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Formartine 3-3 Brora Referee Drama | Deveronvale captain doesn't turn up | HLW Podcast

This week on the Highland League Weekly podcast, the team breaks down one of the games of the season! We dive into the dramatic 3-3 draw between Formartine United and Brora Rangers , analysing the "crazy last five minutes" , including a controversial handball and a disputed throw-in that led to the late equaliser. Join Ryan Cryle, Callum Law and Paul Third as they also discuss the major talking point from Deveronvale, where the club captain failed to turn up for the match against Fraserburgh, telling the club he wishes to move elsewhere. (00:27) Formartine United 3-3 Brora Rangers: A full breakdown of the six-goal thriller at North Lodge Park. We analyse: Brora's 2-0 halftime lead Formartine's quickfire comeback The controversial Shane Sutherland goal (Was it handball?) The incorrect throw-in decision leading to Formartine's equaliser (07:32) Clachnacuddin 6-0 Forres Mechanics: A dominant win for Clach after the North of Scotland Cup final between the sides a fortnight ago, which was won by Forres. (09:40) Inverurie Locos 2-3 Buckie Thistle: A terrific game with some excellent finishing as Buckie continue their unbeaten run. (11:04) Lossiemouth 0-2 Keith: Keith get a crucial win and end their six-year wait for a goal at Grant Park. (12:19) Rothes 2-5 Huntly: Huntly find their shooting boots in a high-scoring affair. (15:53) Turriff United 1-1 Strathspey Thistle: Spoils shared at the Haughs. (16:51) Nairn County v Brechin City: The team discuss the tragic circumstances that led to the match being abandoned. (18:30) Deveronvale 1-3 Fraserburgh: The match is overshadowed as Vale captain Jamie MacLellan doesn't turn up for the game. The panel discusses his "strike" and the difficult situation for the club and the player.

Highland League Weekly – Episode 13 | Strathspey beat Huntly + Scottish Cup second round results analysed

Strathspey Thistle vs. Huntly: Strathspey were clinical and secured their first double over Huntly since the 2015/16 season as the Black and Golds' clear sights of goal went unconverted.
Scottish Cup drama:
Banks o' Dee's massive 4-0 win over Fraserburgh, sets up a "great occasion" at home to Ross County in the next round.
Wick Academy's "massive missed opportunity," losing 8-7 on penalties to Benburb after a 1-1 extra-time finish.
Buckie Thistle's 2-0 win over Formartine United in the televised Friday night match, which was called a "good advert for the League".
Wins for Clachnacuddin over Sauchie and Brechin City over Dundonald Bluebell.
Elgin City and Turriff United progressed after eventful wins against Deveronvale and Nairn County respectively.
Plus, we look ahead to the tough Scottish Cup third round ties for the remaining Highland League clubs.

Highland League Weekly – Episode 12 | Forres Mechanics' North of Scotland Cup Comeback & Breedon Highland League Wrap up

In this episode, we dive into the sensational North of Scotland Cup Final, where Forres Mechanics staged a magnificent comeback from two goals down to beat Clachnacuddin in a five-goal thriller. Forres secured their first trophy of any kind.
 
Plus, a full wrap-up of the busy weekend of Breedon Highland League action:
 
Formartine United goes top after a hard-fought win against Huntly
 
 
Brora Rangers delivers an emphatic 5-1 win over a short-handed Wick Academy side.
 
 
The 2-2 draw between Fraserburgh and Buckie Thistle leaves both managers a little unhappy.
 
Banks O' Dee continues their nine-game unbeaten run, securing a late 1-0 victory over Inverurie Locos.
 
Lossiemouth gains valuable ground at the bottom, beating Rothes 2-0.
 
A seven-goal "rollercoaster" sees Nairn County complete a huge comeback win against Strathspey Thistle.
 
Keith and Turriff United can't be separated.

Highland League Weekly – Episode 11 | Banks o’ Dee’s Statement Win, Lossie’s Fightback & Brora Back on Top

Ryan Cryle and Callum Law are back to unpack another dramatic weekend in the Breedon Highland League. From Banks o’ Dee’s statement win over Fraserburgh and Lossiemouth’s spirited draw at Turriff, to Brora Rangers returning to the top and Formartine United’s title push — the lads cover all the key talking points.
They also discuss:
Buckie Thistle finding form again
Keith ending their seven-month away drought
Forres Mechanics’ frustrations
Huntly’s battling win at Clachnacuddin
Strathspey Thistle’s new arrivals from Ross County
Watch the Highlights:Catch extended highlights of Turriff United v Lossiemouth on the Press and Journal website. Subscribers can access the full Highland League Weekly  - visit pressandjournal.co.uk and subscribe to watch.
Listen now for full weekend analysis, reaction, and insight from across the Highland League.

Highland League Weekly – Episode 10 | Cup Final THRILLER! Fraserburgh Go Top

We dive into a week of limited but crucial action.
First, we break down the dramatic Evening Express Aberdeenshire Cup Final between Formartine United and Aberdeen at Harlaw Park. Despite terrible weather, the game was a exciting final, ending 2-2 before being decided by penalties. We discuss the impact of the conditions, Aberdeen's eventual victory (their first since September 2004) , and the lingering disappointment for Formartine, who are "coming so close" in finals. 
Then, we switch to the single league game of the weekend where Fraserburgh beat the weather and Brechin City 1-0 at Glebe Park. We analyse how the "Broch posed the greater threat" and "merited their victory". This result sends Fraserburgh to the top of the league table , cementing their status as the current "form team". We also look at Brechin's continued struggle against Fraserburgh and what this missed opportunity means for them.
Don't forget to check out the highlights of both matches on the Press and Journal website (subscriber-only content) or in the full Highland League Weekly show!

Highland League Weekly – Episode 9 | Banks o’ Dee Stun Brora, Fraserburgh Flying & Vale vs Forres Chaos!

Banks o’ Dee stun Brora Rangers, Fraserburgh keep title chase alive, and Vale v Forres erupts with red card chaos in a dramatic Highland League weekend.
In this episode:
Banks o’ Dee 3–1 Brora Rangers – Dee are unbeaten in seven and showing their title credentials. Brora frustrated after early promise.
Brechin City 6–2 Forres Mechanics – Comedy defending, chaotic goals, and a must-watch highlights reel.
Fraserburgh 4–1 Strathspey Thistle – Sean Butcher’s sensational chip leads the Broch to another big win.
Deveronvale 1–3 Formartine United – Four red cards and a fiery contest.
Buckie Thistle 0–0 Huntly – Goalless draw but a surprise cameo: 40-year-old Darren Conway returns as trialist.
Clachnacuddin 7–0 Ross County – James Anderson hat-trick and Troy Cooper brilliance.
Wins for Nairn County, Inverurie Locos, Lossiemouth and Huntly keep the title race wide open.
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Highland League Weekly – Episode 8 | Nairn County’s Third Straight Win, Brora Dominance & Weekend Highlights

Catch all the action from the Highland League in this week’s episode of Highland League Weekly!
We break down Nairn County’s third straight victory, key moments from Ross County’s clash, Brora Rangers’ incredible goal-scoring form, and all the drama from Forres Mechanics, Buckie Thistle, and more.
What’s Inside: Nairn County’s momentum and home form turnaround
Controversial offside decision & referee insight
Brora Rangers’ six-goal demolition and league dominance
Weekend results across the Highland League and Highland League Cup
Player spotlights: Andrew Greg, Hamish Ritchie, Colin MacIntosh
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Highland League Weekly – Episode 7 | Formartine United vs Brechin City and binocular-gate

In this episode of Highland League Weekly, we put the spotlight on the highly anticipated match between 
Formartine United and Brechin City at North Lodge Park, where both teams were looking to maintain their unbeaten records. We break down all the key moments from the game, including the early red card for Formartine's Rhys Thomas and the resulting penalty from Brechin's Grady McGrath, as well as Rory McAllister's two goals that secured the 3-1 victory for the home side.
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Highland League Weekly – Episode 6 | Keith Stun Huntly, First Clean Sheet & Derby Drama!

🎙️ Welcome back to Highland League Weekly – your weekly dose of Breedon Highland League analysis and post-match reaction!
This week, Ryan Cryle is joined by Callum Law and Paul Third to unpack a big weekend of football across the North, including:
⚽ Keith’s first win of the season – and first clean sheet – as they defeat Huntly 2-0 at Kynoch Park🎯 Michael Ironside & Jack Searle were on the scoresheet for the Maroons while there was late red card drama as Callum Youngson was dismissed for Huntly
 The panel also look at all of Saturday's other results, including: Brechin's draw with Clachnacuddin, Brora's win and controversial disallowed goal against Lossiemouth and Fraserburgh's magnificent seven versus Nairn
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Credits:Host: Ryan Cryle,Panellists: Callum Law and Paul ThirdEditor: Callum Main and David BradleyVideographer: Angus WebsterGraphics: Mhorvan ParkHead of Video: Andrew FarrellCo-Head of Sport: Danny LawHead of AV: Mark Asquith

Highland League Weekly - Episode 5 | Clachnacuddin hit six against Strathspey Thistle as Brora find a stoppage time winner at Turriff.

Clachnacuddin hit six against Strathspey Thistle as Brora find a stoppage time winner at Turriff. Our panel discuss all of Saturday's action in the Breedon Highland League