PREVIEW: Clyde v Alloa Athletic
Clyde play the final of the three home matches in a week as Alloa Athletic visit Broadwood in cinch League 1.
Both of the previous meetings between the sides have ended in The Bully Wee taking all three points, after a 2-1 win at Broadwood and an Ally Love strike securing a 1-0 victory at the Indodrill Stadium.
Four points separate the teams in the table, with Alloa in 8th on 22 points while Clyde sit in 6th on 26 points.
Nick McAllister goes straight into the squad for this game after signing on loan from Ayr, while Barry Cuddihy, Ross Cunningham and Paul Kennedy continue to recover from their injuries.
Danny Lennon spoke about the new signing in Nick McAllister:-
“At 21, Nick has good experience at this level and above, having played in the Championship with Ayr United and on loan in this league for the second half of last season with Dumbarton. He has solid defensive qualities, whether that be at right back or in a defensive midfield role. We are pleased to have him here at Clyde, as we seek to push on in the remaining games of the league campaign.’’
Danny then gave an update on the injury situation of the squad:-
“Paul is waiting on a scan which is scheduled to happen next week, and Ross is making good progress. He’s just doing running just now as it’s a case of letting the injury settle down and keep away from the contact stuff for now as we have to give the bone time to heal, so we’re looking at the middle of February for him coming back.”
The Clyde manager went on to look ahead to the Alloa clash:-
“What you get at that at this level playing three times a week, players have to come in and play more minutes than you expect and there’s fatigue that sets in. We managed to get ourselves back into the game on Tuesday after going behind twice, and it’s always great to see that character. The players have to take belief from that.
Sometimes you get nothing out of a game when you think you deserved so much more and vice versa. People might think we stole a point on Tuesday, but you have to work hard for everything you get in a game of football and if we stole a point then we almost robbed them for another 2 at the end which we would have taken gladly.”
“We’re a bit thin for training on Thursday. We’re recovering and wrapping players in cotton wool, but we take great belief from the last couple of games so we will dust ourselves and get ready to go again against Alloa. They are very organised and the previous games have been close, so we expect nothing less than another tough test again this time around.”
MATCHDAY INFORMATION
Kick-off: 3pm
Tickets: Tickets are available to purchase in advance from the Ticket Store. Supporters attending should purchase their tickets online to avoid the need to queue.
Cash/Contactless Payment: Those wishing to pay by cash, contactless cards or Google/Apple Pay must purchase a ticket from the ticket window next to turnstile C before entering at the gate with their ticket. It is however strongly recommended to purchase tickets in advance online as above.
Stadium Entry: All entry gates will be signed. Home and away supporters should enter by the double doors to the left of turnstile D.
Seating Arrangements: Away supporters will be seated in the South end of the Main Stand. The lower central section of the Main Stand behind the dugouts will be closed as this area is required to seat substitutes and backroom staff of both teams.
Arria Fanzone: The Arria Fanzone will be open again for this Saturday’s match against Alloa Athletic, for both home and away supporters from 1pm until kick-off. Access can be gained by entering through the gate to the left of Turnstile D and following the signs.
Live Stream: The match will be streamed live, with stream access available to be purchased through the Ticket Store, priced at £13. Coverage will start around 2.45pm. A help guide to the streaming service can be found here.
Getting Here: Click here for details of how to get to Broadwood by car, bus or train.
Car Parking: There will be no parking available at the front of the stadium due to the COVID-19 test centre in the car park. However those travelling to the stadium by car should note that there will be a limited number of spaces in away car park at the rear of the South Stand. Other car parking provision can also be accessed within the Broadwood Campus and surrounding areas. Supporters are encouraged to arrive early to obtain one of the limited designated car parking spaces available.
Club Shop: The club shop will be open from 2.15pm for the sale of Clyde merchandise, located off the disabled entrance corridor.
Kiosks: Food and drinks will be available to be purchased once again from Kiosk One underneath the Main Stand, from 2.15pm onwards This Kiosk will also be accessible to away fans
Face Coverings: Face coverings are not mandatory inside the stadium but fans are encouraged to continue to wear these. Masks should be worn when moving from seats into enclosed areas such as kiosks and toilets.
Track & Trace: Check In Scotland QR codes will be posted at various points around the stadium. Please take the time to scan these on your phone and check in to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
The Clyde View: Issue 14 of the club’s award-winning matchday programme will be on sale, priced at £3.