PREVIEW: Clyde v Kelty Hearts

It’s a second home game in a row for Clyde in cinch League 1 as we take on newly promoted Kelty Hearts at New Douglas Park, in what will be the first ever meeting between the sides. Kelty haven’t had the best of starts to life in the league after losing both of their opening games to FC Edinburgh and Alloa Athletic.

Danny Lennon will continue to be without Steven Thicot as his wait for a work permit goes on, while Jordan Allan will miss this game through suspension and Conner Duthie through injury. Defender Aidan Cassidy has also joined Lowland League side Gala Fairydean Rovers on loan.

The Clyde manager spoke to the official website ahead of the game:-

“Kelty have done terrifically well the last few years, and find themselves a step closer to where their long term ambitions lie. They have a new manager who I know well, as John was a terrific player and captain for me at St Mirren and he will be trying to get a Kelty side who have quality, up to the Championship. It can take time for teams to adapt after coming up and I’m aware that they do have a good squad there.

“It’s been a positive start to our own campaign and we need to continue to build on that We took a lot of confidence from our opening game going into last week which we showed for long periods of the game going into a 2-0 lead but we can’t let those levels drop. Small errors cost us the three points and that’s how competitive this league is. Lessons need to be learned quickly from that, but we’ll also continue to build on the positives we showed in our first two games.

“The fans support continues to be vital. There was a positive atmosphere last week which was exciting and the fans feel welcome at New Douglas Park. There’s a good feel factor at this moment in time but we know that football season’s can be a rollercoaster. Our fans have had a massive part to play in our positive start to the season, even when it went to 2-2 last week. We feel very humble and honoured to play and work for the supporters of this club.

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MATCHDAY INFORMATION

Kick-off: 3pm

Tickets: Tickets are available to purchase in advance from the Ticket Store priced at £17 Adults/£14 Over-65’s/£5 Under-18s. Tickets will also be available to purchase from the Clyde Office (to the left of the Main Doors) but supporters are strongly encouraged to purchase online in advance to avoid queues. A £1 discount is available on all tickets purchased in advance through the TicketCo Wallet app.

Stadium Entry: All supporters should enter via turnstiles 1-3 on the right (south-west corner) of the Main Stand or via the Main Door through the Fanzone. Please have your ticket ready for scanning before entering the turnstile.

Seating Arrangements: Home supporters will be seated in Sections C – J of the Main Stand. Please note that the back 2 rows of Section GF are reserved only for Gold Season Pass holders and hospitality. Away supporters will be seated in Sections A and B to the left of the Main Stand.

Fanzone: The Fanzone will be open for home and away supporters from 12.30pm. Access can be gained by entering through the Main Doors. The area includes a pool table, a free kids arcade area and multiple TVs. A range of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks as well as teas and coffees are available, with pints of lager costing just £3. Clyde FC will receive a share of the sales from the Fanzone and we encourage all fans to support this new facility. The Aston Villa vs Everton match will be shown live on TV, and the food menu choices are burger & salad (£3.50) or chicken tikka masala, rice and naan bread (£5).

Kiosks: Food kiosks are located at pitch level at both ends of the main stand from 2pm until 4.15pm. Please note that kiosks accept cash only.

Getting Here: Click here for details of how to get to New Douglas Park by car, bus or train.

Club Shop: The Club Shop will be open in the Fanzone from 2pm.

The Clyde View: Issue 4 of the the club’s award-winning matchday programme will be on sale, priced at £3.