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Highland League Weekly - The Podcast
by DC Thomson
Welcome to the Highland League Weekly Podcast, back for a new season. The Press and Journal’s award-winning football show now has a podcast – an added extra for fans of the Breedon Highland League. From Banks o’ Dee to Wick Academy, Brora Rangers to Brechin City, tune in for lively discussion of the weekend results and the big talking points with our panel of local sports journalists.
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Brora Rangers vs Formartine United | Highland League Weekly
The Highland League title race is going to the wire as Brora Rangers and Formartine United share a tense draw at Dudgeon Park, keeping Brora’s hopes alive ahead of their crucial midweek clash with Brechin City. We break down the key moments, big chances and title implications. Elsewhere, Brechin get the better of Nairn County, Fraserburgh hit five on Willie West’s Bellslea farewell and Scott Barbour reaches 300 goals. Banks o’ Dee, Buckie, Turriff, Huntly and Keith all make headlines in a dramatic weekend across the division. All the goals, analysis and talking points from another round of Breedon Highland League action.
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Brora Rangers beat Clachnacuddin and analysis of all the weekend's games | Highland League Weekly
Brora Rangers remain six points clear at the top of the Breedon Highland League after a crucial 2–1 win away at Grant Street Park. Early goals from Sam Thompson and James Wallace had Steven Mackay’s side cruising. Clach battled back late on, pulling one back through Allan MacPhee, but the Lilywhites couldn’t find an equaliser despite pressure in the closing minutes. In this episode of Highland League Weekly: Clachnacuddin vs Brora Rangers (1–2) Brechin City vs Wick Academy (0–1) Formartine United vs Huntly (0–0) Rothes vs Lossiemouth (0–3) Inverurie Locos vs Banks o’ Dee (2–1) Keith vs Turriff United (2–1) Buckie Thistle vs Fraserburgh (1–0) Deveronvale vs Forres Mechanics (1–2) Nairn County vs Strathspey Thistle (2–1)
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R Davidson (Banchory) Cup Semi-Final Drama | Formartine penalty heroics, Reynolds Retires, Turriff Make History | HLW Ep29
The R Davidson (Banchory) Highland League Cup semi-finals delivered penalty shootout drama, historic milestones and a major retirement announcement. On this week’s show, Paul Third and Callum Law break down all the key talking points from across the Breedon Highland League. 🔴 Formartine edge past Banks o’ Dee on penalties and Mark Reynolds announces his retirement 🔵 Turriff United reach their first Highland League Cup final since joining the league 🟡 Huntly and Buckie share the points ⚪ Forres grind out derby win For more Highland League news, match reports and analysis, visit The Press and Journal website and follow Highland League Weekly across social media. #HighlandLeague #ScottishFootball #Formartine #TurriffUnited #BanksODee #BrechinCity #BuckieThistle
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Highland League Weekly Ep 28 | Brora Rangers v Brechin City, Controversial Clach Winner & Two Sackings
A massive weekend in the Breedon Highland League! Brechin City get a huge win at Glebe Park, where they beat title rivals Brora Rangers despite going down to ten men early on after Brad McKay’s red card. A result that blows the title race wide open. We also look at the chaos at Princess Royal Park as Clachnacuddin left with a late, highly‑contested winner against Deveronvale. Two managerial departures as Strathspey Thistle parted ways with Ryan Esson after their 6–0 loss to Forres Mechanics, and Lossiemouth dismissed Steve Porter following defeat to Inverurie Locos. We break down the performances, context, and reaction inside both clubs. Elsewhere in the league: • Keith’s incredible run continues with a dramatic late win over Fraserburgh. • Nairn County hit four as Rothes self‑destruct. • Turriff United keep flying under Greg Moir with another impressive away victory. • Banks o’ Dee edge past Huntly, with Mark Gilmour scoring on his return. We cover every match, every goal, and what it all means for the table as the season enters a crucial phase. If you love Highland League football, this is your weekly deep dive. Subscribe for more highlights, analysis, and insight across the league.
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Title race tightens after Formartine and Fraserburgh draw & Keith shock Clach | HLW Ep 27
On this week’s Highland League Weekly, the title race takes another twist after a crucial draw between Formartine United and Fraserburgh at North Lodge Park. Was it a better point for Formartine? Or two dropped for Fraserburgh? We analyse the territorial dominance, defensive resilience, and the controversial late offside decision that could have changed everything. We also break down the championship permutations — who can realistically reach 77+ points? Is it now a genuine three-horse race between Brora Rangers, Formartine United and Brechin City? And are Fraserburgh and Clachnacuddin running out of road? Elsewhere, Keith continue their impressive start to 2026 with a huge 2–1 win over Clachnacuddin. Jordan Cooper’s midfield runs and an outstanding volley from Ronan Craib sealed another big result — but what does it mean for Clach’s title hopes? Subscribe for weekly Highland League analysis, insight and reaction from the Press and Journal.
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Highland League Weekly Ep 26 | Historic Goal Record, First Win in 15 Months & Title Race Heats Up
On this week’s episode of Highland League Weekly, we round up another dramatic weekend across the Highland League, featuring record-breaking moments, crucial wins at both ends of the table, and big statements in the title race. We start with analysis of Huntly vs Brechin City, including a controversial late incident and discussion around whether the decisive moment was the right call. There’s a huge moment at the bottom of the table as Rothes secure their first win in 15 months, giving Ronnie Sharp his first victory as manager and breathing new life into the relegation battle. Attention then turns to a historic individual achievement, as Scott Barbour becomes the Highland League’s leading goalscorer of the 21st century, breaking the record with a brace in Fraserburgh's win against Lossiemouth. We look at where this places him in the all-time rankings and whether an even bigger milestone could still be in reach. At the top end of the table, Brora Rangers make a major statement with a 7–1 win, despite squad injuries, while Clachnacuddin fight back to beat Buckie Thistle, keeping the title race incredibly tight. We also reflect on defensive issues, momentum swings, and just how fine the margins are among the contenders. We wrap up with analysis of Nairn County vs Wick Academy, a competitive draw that highlights consistency issues, pressure moments, and why a single point can feel very different depending on perspective. All that, plus reaction, debate, and context from another packed Highland League weekend. 📌 Subscribe for weekly Highland League analysis, highlights and talking points ⚽ Follow The Press and Journal for full match coverage and reaction
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Highland League Weekly Ep 24 | Brora v Buckie Flashpoints, Referee Calls Debated & Dressing Room Chaos
On this week’s Highland League Weekly, brought to you by The Press and Journal, the panel break down a dramatic weekend across the Breedon Highland League. We analyse Brora Rangers’ 4–1 win over Buckie Thistle, with a detailed look at Shane Sutherland’s all-round performance and a first half that unravelled rapidly for Buckie despite a promising start. The discussion then turns to three major refereeing decisions at Dudgeon Park, including a controversial early red card, a debated handball denying a clear goalscoring opportunity, and the knock-on impact of yellow cards that changed the shape of the game. Elsewhere, there’s reaction to Huntly’s hard-earned victory over Deveronvale, as Vale’s difficult run of form continues, and analysis of Forres Mechanics v Banks o’ Dee, including another red card flashpoint and the impact of new loan signings. The episode finishes with a review of the Highland League Cup tie between Nairn County and Brechin City, a match played in challenging conditions - and memorable for off-pitch issues including changing room problems and a lack of basic facilities. Insight, debate and a few moments of Highland League chaos – all in Episode 24.
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Highland League Weekly Episode 23 | Wick & Inverurie Battle | Goals Galore for Formartine & Buckie
The Highland League action continues! In this episode, we head to Harmsworth Park as Wick Academy hosts Inverurie Locos in a tense, hard-fought encounter. While the points were shared in a 0-0 draw, both sides showed incredible grit in difficult January conditions. +4 We also round up the rest of the weekend’s weather-affected card. Formartine United extends their lead at the top of the table with a dominant 4-0 win over Strathspey Thistle, fueled by a brace from the clinical Rory McAllister. Meanwhile, Buckie Thistle found their scoring boots in an 8-0 routing of Rothes, featuring a lightning-fast opening goal just 42 seconds in. +4 Plus, we discuss: Banks o' Dee's comfortable victory at Deveronvale. The historic appointment of Gordon Watson at Strathspey Thistle. +1 An update on the Highland League table as the title race heats up
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Highland League Weekly Ep 22 | Fraserburgh Capitalise as Freeze Halts Fixtures | Match Analysis
A weekend dominated by winter weather still delivers major talking points in the Highland League, as Fraserburgh make the most of being the only side in action. In this abridged episode of Highland League Weekly, Ryan Crail is joined by Colin Laird to analyse Fraserburgh’s convincing victory over Wick Academy — the sole Highland League fixture to survive the big freeze. The panel breaks down a dominant first-half display, Fraser Mackie’s impact on his return, and how the result keeps the Broch firmly in the title conversation. There’s also discussion on Wick Academy’s response after the break, key injuries, and the wider implications for the league table with so many fixtures postponed, before turning attention to recent managerial changes elsewhere in the division. ⚽ Full Fraserburgh vs Wick Academy analysis ❄️ Impact of postponements across the league 📊 Title race context and managerial talking points
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Highland League Weekly: Festive Fixtures, Title Contenders & Key Talking Points
The post-Christmas Highland League programme delivered another round of big results, tight title-race margins, and plenty of debate. In this episode of Highland League Weekly, Ryan Cryle is joined by Paul Third and Callum Law to review all six Breedon Highland League matches played on Saturday. The conversation centres on a 1–1 draw between Brechin City and Banks o’ Dee, a game that highlighted the quality of both sides and underlined how close the title race remains. The panel also assess Formartine United’s latest win as they move clear at the top, Brora Rangers’ return to form, and strong away victories for Nairn County and Forres Mechanics. Along the way, there is discussion of refereeing decisions, penalty appeals, red cards, goalkeeping errors, and the impact of returning players after injury. With the Highland League table tightly packed and the second half of the season approaching, this episode looks at which teams are best placed to push on into 2025. 🎧 Highland League Weekly is the Press & Journal’s official podcast covering the Breedon Highland League
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Formartine Edge Nairn & Turriff Managerial Drama | HLW Podcast
The Highland League delivers a pre-Christmas thriller! In this episode of Highland League Weekly, we break down a massive weekend of action, featuring a tightly contested 2-1 victory for Formartine United over Nairn County at Station Park. We also dive into the breaking news from Turriff United, where manager Warren Cummings and chairman Tom Cummings have both stepped down amidst a surprising three-game winning streak. Inside this episode: Match Highlights: Analysis of Formartine’s win, featuring Rory McAllister’s early strike and Callum Mackay’s audacious Panenka penalty for Nairn. Title Race Update: Brechin City remains top at Christmas, but Formartine and Brora Rangers are hot on their heels. Transfer News: Debut performances from Matthew Cooper (Formartine) and Dale Wood (Nairn). Around the League: Buckie Thistle’s 5-0 clinical display, Brora’s dominant away win, and Wick Academy doing the double over Huntly. Drama at Clachnacuddin: A rollercoaster 3-2 win for Turriff United under interim charge.
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Highland League Weekly: Big Upsets, Derby Wins & Weekend Analysis
It was a dramatic weekend in the Breedon Highland League, with shock results, derby clashes, and fresh twists in the title race. In this episode of Highland League Weekly, Paul Third and Callum Law review all the key talking points from the latest round of fixtures. The discussion is led by a goalless but absorbing title clash at Dudgeon Park, where champions Brora Rangers were held by Fraserburgh in challenging conditions. Elsewhere, Strathspey Thistle produced one of the results of the season by defeating league leaders Brechin City, while Keith recorded their first win over Banks o’ Dee in 19 years to continue an impressive unbeaten run. The panel also assess derby victories for Huntly and Turriff United, late drama at Grant Park as Lossiemouth rescued a point against Buckie Thistle, and Forres Mechanics’ return to winning ways. With multiple title contenders dropping points and momentum shifting across the league, this episode breaks down what the weekend’s results mean for the Highland League table and the weeks ahead.
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Highland League Cup Quarter-Final Thriller! Banks O' Dee vs Brora Rangers | HLW Podcast
Banks O' Dee knock out holders Brora Rangers in a dramatic R Davidson Highland League Cup quarter-final! ⚽ Get all the best action, including the bizarre indirect free-kick, the controversial penalty, and Joe McCabe's late winner. Plus, we cover the other quarter-final results: Formartine United vs Fraserburgh and Turriff United vs Inverurie Locos We also recap the Breedon Highland League matches: Huntly vs Forres Mechanics and Keith vs Deveronvale.
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Highland League Weekly – Episode 17: Brechin Go Top, Clach Fight Back, Buckie Keep Rolling & Wick Hit Six
Ryan Cryle and Paul Third break down all the action from a weather-hit weekend in the Breedon Highland League. Despite the snow and disruptions, four matches survived — and they delivered plenty of talking points. Brechin City left it late but moved top of the table with a grinding win at Lossiemouth, while Clachnacuddin showed their quality again with a comeback victory at Inverurie Locos. Buckie Thistle kept their unbeaten league run going with a tight win at Nairn, and Wick Academy stunned Deveronvale with the result of the weekend — a 6–1 win at Harmsworth. The lads dive into: ⚽ Brechin’s resilience and McLatchie’s superb volley ⚽ The controversial Clach penalty — was there contact? ⚽ Dean Donaldson’s frustration with Locos’ hunger ⚽ Theo Simpson’s growing influence at Nairn ⚽ Wick’s six-goal display & Vale’s tough week of travel ⚽ How the title race looks after the latest matches 📺 Watch the Highlights: Full highlights of Lossiemouth v Brechin City and extended analysis are available on the Press & Journal website. Subscribers get access to the full Highland League Weekly web show every week.
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Fraserburgh vs Clachnacuddin and the weekends results analysed | HLW Podcast
Welcome to Highland League Weekly! This episode breaks down the clash between Fraserburgh and Clachnacuddin who have the best defensive record in the league. Ryan Cryle and the team discuss the weekends Breedon Highland League results including Formartine United and Brora. Tune in for expert insight and predictions on the weeks ahead.
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Inverurie Locos vs Buckie Thistle penalty drama and other fixtures analysed | HLW Podcast
All the action from the R Davidson Banchory Highland League Cup on Highland League Weekly! We break down the featured match: Inverurie Locos vs. Buckie Thistle, which finished with a dramatic penalty shootout and a controversial red card. Plus, we've got highlights and analysis from all the other first-round ties across the weekend.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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. Don’t miss a minute of the Highland League action. Subscribe to Highland League Weekly on your favourite podcast app, and visit the Press & Journal for full highlights and analysis.
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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 If you love Highland League football, subscribe and never miss a weekly roundup of results, analysis, and key talking points! By subscribing to the Press and Journal you can catch this week's full episode, including highlights as well as all the content from every season of Highland League Weekly. Plus you get access to all the premium content on the Scottish News website of the year.
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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. Don't forget to subscribe for more exclusive Highland League content, highlights, and analysis! Follow us on social media: Facebook: Highland League Group Press and Journal: PressandJournal.co.uk
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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 📺 Catch full highlights of Keith vs Huntly and other weekend action on the Press & Journal website: 👉 Press & Journal Highland League Weekly (subscription required) Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/newsletters/ Credits: Host: Ryan Cryle, Panellists: Callum Law and Paul Third Editor: Callum Main and David Bradley Videographer: Angus Webster Graphics: Mhorvan Park Head of Video: Andrew Farrell Co-Head of Sport: Danny Law Head of AV: Mark Asquith
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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
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Highland League Weekly – Episode 4 | Wick Academy beat Forres Mechanics, Brechin City go nap against Buckie Thistle, Strathspey on Fire
Welcome to Highland League Weekly – your home for all the latest Highland League highlights and analysis from the Breedon Highland League! ⚽ In Episode 4, Ryan Cryle is joined by Callum Law and Paul Chalk to discuss a dramatic weekend in Scottish football’s most exciting league: 🔥 This week’s Highland League action: Wick Academy 2-0 Forres Mechanics – Wick end a 9-year wait for victory at Mosset Park! Brechin City 5-0 Buckie Thistle – Grady McGrath bags a brace as Brechin continue their unbeaten start. Strathspey Thistle 3-0 Deveronvale – Strathspey’s great start continues. Fraserburgh 2-2 Inverurie Locos – an audacious equaliser steals the show at Bellslea. Brora Rangers 3-1 Nairn County – the champions stay in the hunt despite injuries. Plus reaction to Huntly v Turriff, Lossiemouth v Formartine, Rothes v Banks o' Dee and Keith v Wick Academy. ⚡ Key talking points: First clean sheet of the season for Wick Brechin’s blistering form – 27 goals in 6 games! A bizarre moment: a player prevented from coming on due to a nose piercing 📺 Want to watch full match highlights? Check them out on the Press & Journal website (subscription required). By subscribing to the Press and Journal you can catch this week's full episode, including highlights as well as all the content from every season of Highland League Weekly. Plus you get access to all the premium content on the Scottish News website of the year. Find out more here - https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/ The Highland League Weekly Monday highlights show is back - you can watch the latest episode here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Stay ahead of the game with local football news you can’t find anywhere else, including access to all Highland Weekly episodes, exclusive interviews and more with the P&J Sport Pack. Subscribe to P&J Sport Pack for just £1 for your first 3 months. Find out more here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=sport Catch up on all the latest highland league news here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/newsletters/ Credits: Host: Ryan Cryle, Panellists: Callum Law and Paul Third Editor: Callum Main and David Bradley Videographer: Angus Webster Graphics: Mhorvan Park Head of Video: Andrew Farrell Co-Head of Sport: Danny Law Head of AV: Mark Asquith
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Highland League Weekly – Episode 3 | Shock Upsets, Red Cards & Rory McAllister on Fire!
The Breedon Highland League delivered another weekend of drama — goals, upsets, and more than a few flashpoints! In Episode 3 of Highland League Weekly, Ryan Cryle, Callum Law, and Paul Third break down all nine matches, including: ⚽ Deveronvale’s super subs turn the game at Lossiemouth 💪 Buckie Thistle march to five wins from five – can anyone stop them? 🔥 Rory McAllister bags a brace for Formartine United 😲 Fraserburgh stunned by Forres’ best performance of the season 🎩 Grady McGrath’s hat trick as Brechin City hit 8 past a depleted Rothes 🤯 Penalty controversy as Banks o’ Dee finally get their first win 📈 Wick Academy shock Huntly with first points of the season 🟥 Multiple red cards in a feisty Clachnacuddin vs Turriff clash From last-gasp goals to heated debates over refereeing calls, this week had it all. 📺 Watch full match highlights from Lossiemouth vs Deveronvale and Keith vs Buckie Thistle exclusively on the Press & Journal website: 👉 Press & Journal Highland League Weekly (subscription required) 📢 Subscribe for weekly Highland League coverage By subscribing to the Press and Journal you can catch this week's full episode, including highlights as well as all the content from every season of Highland League Weekly. Plus you get access to all the premium content on the Scottish News website of the year. Find out more here - https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/ The Highland League Weekly Monday highlights show is back - you can watch the latest episode here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Stay ahead of the game with local football news you can’t find anywhere else, including access to all Highland Weekly episodes, exclusive interviews and more with the P&J Sport Pack. Subscribe to P&J Sport Pack for just £1 for your first 3 months. Find out more here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=sport Catch up on all the latest highland league news here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/newsletters/ Credits: Host: Ryan Cryle, Panellists: Callum Law and Paul Third Editor: Callum Main and David Bradley Videographer: Angus Webster Graphics: Mhorvan Park Head of Video: Andrew Farrell Co-Head of Sport: Danny Law Head of AV: Mark Asquith
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Highland League Weekly – Episode 2 | Freak Goals, VAR-Style Drama & Fraserburgh's Fightback!
Welcome back to Highland League Weekly, your go-to podcast for everything Breedon Highland League! Host Ryan Cryle is joined once again by Callum Law and Paul Third to dig into all the drama, decisions, and defining moments from the weekend’s fixtures. In this week’s episode: ⚽ Fraserburgh bounce back in style with a 3-0 win over Brora! 🙌 Willie West hits 722 games — and earns the title of “freak” (in the best way) 🤯 Controversial decisions at Nairn vs Clach — disallowed goals, offside debates, and more 📉 Banks o’ Dee still winless?! 🎯 Sam Robertson and Josh Peters keep the goals flowing 📈 Surprise starts from Lossiemouth and Strathspey 🟨 Red cards, penalty saves, and managerial shade — all the Highland League chaos you love 📺 Watch match highlights of Fraserburgh vs Brora and Nairn County vs Clachnacuddin, exclusively on the Press and Journal’s website. By subscribing to the Press and Journal you can catch this week's full episode, including highlights as well as all the content from every season of Highland League Weekly. Plus you get access to all the premium content on the Scottish News website of the year. Find out more here - https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/ The Highland League Weekly Monday highlights show is back - you can watch the latest episode here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Stay ahead of the game with local football news you can’t find anywhere else, including access to all Highland Weekly episodes, exclusive interviews and more with the P&J Sport Pack. Subscribe to P&J Sport Pack for just £1 for your first 3 months. Find out more here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=sport Catch up on all the latest highland league news here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/newsletters/ Credits: Host: Ryan Cryle, Panellists: Callum Law and Paul Third Editor: Callum Main and David Bradley Videographer: Angus Webster Graphics: Mhorvan Park Head of Video: Andrew Farrell Co-Head of Sport: Danny Law Head of AV: Mark Asquith
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Highland League Weekly – Episode 1 | Brora’s Big Win, Mullet Magic & Opening Day Drama!
Welcome to Highland League Weekly – your home for all the drama, goals and banter from the Breedon Highland League! In this season-opening episode, host Ryan Cryle is joined by Callum Law and Paul Third to break down a thrilling weekend of action including: Brora Rangers lifting the league flag and putting six past Rothes A midfield debut with the mullet & moustache combo stealing the show Fraserburgh penalty decision causes debate Clach go nap on the road Grady McGrath returns to Brechin with a hat-trick The best goals, standout performances, and shock results from across the league By subscribing to the Press and Journal you can catch this week's full episode, including highlights as well as all the content from every season of Highland League Weekly. Plus you get access to all the premium content on the Scottish News website of the year. Find out more here - https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/ The Highland League Weekly Monday highlights show is back - you can watch the latest episode here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Stay ahead of the game with local football news you can’t find anywhere else, including access to all Highland Weekly episodes, exclusive interviews and more with the P&J Sport Pack. Subscribe to P&J Sport Pack for just £1 for your first 3 months. Find out more here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=sport Catch up on all the latest highland league news here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/newsletters/ Credits: Host: Ryan Cryle, Panellists: Callum Law and Paul Third Editor: Callum Main and David Bradley Videographer: Angus Webster Graphics: Mhorvan Park Head of Video: Andrew Farrell Co-Head of Sport: Danny Law Head of AV: Mark Asquith
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Highland League Weekly's season 2025/26 preview
Host Ryan Cryle and Highland League expert Callum Law discuss each club's prospects for the new season, which starts this Saturday. With audio taken from The Press and Journal's live Highland League Weekly video season preview, we talk title-contenders, potential strugglers, who could be the best signing of the summer and more, as well as answering fan questions. By subscribing to the Press and Journal you can catch this week's full episode, including highlights as well as all the content from every season of Highland League Weekly. Plus you get access to all the premium content on the Scottish News website of the year. Find out more here - https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/ The Highland League Weekly Monday highlights show is back - you can watch the latest episode here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Stay ahead of the game with local football news you can’t find anywhere else, including access to all Highland Weekly episodes, exclusive interviews and more with the P&J Sport Pack. Subscribe to P&J Sport Pack for just £1 for your first 3 months. Find out more here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=sport Catch up on all the latest highland league news here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/newsletters/ Credits: Host: Ryan Cryle, Panellists: Callum Law and Paul Third Editor: Callum Main and David Bradley Videographer: Angus Webster Graphics: Mhorvan Park Head of Video: Andrew Farrell Co-Head of Sport: Danny Law Head of AV: Mark Asquith
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Highland League Weekly: The Podcast - Trailer
Highland League Weekly - the podcast from The Press and Journal newspaper, the voice of the north of Scotland, is the audio version of our sports team's analysis of all of the latest results, goals, decisions and blunders from the Breedon Highland League, taken from our award-winning Highland League Weekly video web show. By subscribing to the Press and Journal you can catch this week's full episode, including highlights as well as all the content from every season of Highland League Weekly. Plus you get access to all the premium content on the Scottish News website of the year. Find out more here - https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/ The Highland League Weekly Monday highlights show is back - you can watch the latest episode here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Stay ahead of the game with local football news you can’t find anywhere else, including access to all Highland Weekly episodes, exclusive interviews and more with the P&J Sport Pack. Subscribe to P&J Sport Pack for just £1 for your first 3 months. Find out more here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=sport Catch up on all the latest highland league news here: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/category/sport/football/highland-league/ Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/newsletters/ Credits: Host: Ryan Cryle, Panellists: Callum Law and Paul Third Editor: Callum Main and David Bradley Videographer: Angus Webster Graphics: Mhorvan Park Head of Video: Andrew Farrell Co-Head of Sport: Danny Law Head of AV: Mark Asquith
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Highland League Weekly Podcast, back for a new season. The Press and Journal’s award-winning football show now has a podcast – an added extra for fans of the Breedon Highland League. From Banks o’ Dee to Wick Academy, Brora Rangers to Brechin City, tune in for lively discussion of the weekend results and the big talking points with our panel of local sports journalists.
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