Written by Seán McGill

Bonnyrigg Rose look to rectify their challenging run of form as they travel to Coatbridge to take Albion Rovers.

The Wee Rovers were the first team to inflict defeat on the Rosey Posey in cinch League Two, as they emerged 2-0 victors at New Dundas Park in August.

An unfortunate Jonny Stewart own goal put Albion ahead on 22 minutes, before a Charlie Reilly clincher with five to go sealed a first win of the season for his team.

Reilly also scored in Rovers’ last outing, though they fell to defeat at Stair Park as Stranraer emerged 2-1 victors.

It was defeat for Rose too in their previous run out as Stenhousemuir bested the hosts in a thrilling game in Bonnyrigg.

The Warriors battled into a two-goal lead thanks to goals from Matty Yates and Euan O’Reilly, before Kevin Smith extended his top scorer status with a smart nod early in the second half.

Yates then scored his second and Stenny’s third, before a Neil Martyniuk penalty gave Rose hope again, which was eventually dashed by a Thomas Orr decider in the end.

A positive for Rose was the debut of Raith Rovers loanee Kieran Mitchell, who showed flashes of why Robbie Horn recruited the youngster, alongside Motherwell’s Corey O’Donnell.

The gaffer told Rose TV last week that he’s hoping for increased competition for places as his side look to get back on the winning track on Saturday.

Kick-off is 3pm at Cliftonhill Stadium. Tickets are priced at £14 for adults, £10 for concessions and £3 for under 14s, while carers go free. Cash and card payments are available. Full ticket information is available here.

‘Mon the Rose!