The clash between East Fife and Annan Athletic is set for 13 May 2025 at Bayview Stadium in Methil. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:30 CEST across Italy, Germany, France and Spain, and at 19:30 BST in the UK. This end-of-season Scottish League Two fixture could prove decisive for both sides’ aspirations.
East Fife arrive off the back of a strong league campaign and impressive home form, while Annan Athletic will travel north aiming to upset the second-placed hosts and boost their final standings. The forecast predicts clear skies and mild temperatures, ideal conditions for an entertaining evening under the floodlights.
How are both teams coming into this?
East Fife sealed second place in the regular season with 65 points, winning 20 of 36 matches and boasting one of the division’s most potent attacks (1.73 goals per game). Recent home victories of 3-0 against Edinburgh City and 2-0 versus Elgin City underline their ability to control proceedings and finish chances.
Annan Athletic have shown resilience on the road, securing crucial draws and narrow wins to climb the table. Their defensive solidity – conceding just over a goal per match – has kept them competitive, but they must find a bit more attacking spark if they are to breach East Fife’s leaky home defence.
Our forecast
East Fife’s firepower, particularly at home (54 goals scored in 24 matches), makes them clear favourites. Annan Athletic’s cautious approach may keep the opening exchanges tight, but the hosts should find a breakthrough after the interval thanks to creative wide play and set-piece prowess.
We anticipate a lively second half in which East Fife secure a 2-1 victory. Both teams are likely to score, but the Fifers’ superior quality and home advantage should see them over the line.
