Match Preview: Clydebank vs Broxburn Athletic Lowland League | Holm Park | Saturday
By Stuart McLellan
Broxburn Athletic make the journey west along the M8 this Saturday as they face a huge test against league leaders Clydebank FC at Holm Park. The Bankies, managed by Gordon Moffat, alongside assistant Gary McMenamin and coaches Kirk Forbes and Drew Marshall, have been the standout side in the Lowland League this season—and they show no signs of slowing down.
⸻ The Challenge
Clydebank currently sit top of the Lowland League, boasting an impressive record: • 21 wins • 4 draws • 6 defeats (from 31 matches) They arrive in relentless form, winning their last four matches—all away from home—without conceding a single goal.
⸻ Last Time Out
Cowdenbeath 0–4 Clydebank Wednesday 1st April | Central Park Clydebank delivered another dominant performance, blowing Cowdenbeath away with a ruthless display. • Neil McLaughlin stole the show with a hat-trick, scoring twice inside the opening 15 minutes before completing his treble after the break. • Owen Wardell was instrumental, providing the assist for the second goal. • Keir Samson added a fourth, capitalising on a goalkeeping error. It was another statement win from a side full of confidence and attacking quality.
⸻ Ones to Watch
Clydebank’s strength lies in their forward areas, with several players capable of changing the game: • Keir Samson – A physical and clinical presence up front • Neil McLaughlin – In red-hot form after his recent hat-trick • Nicky Low – The creative heartbeat in midfield • Nicky Little – Dangerous in attacking areas • Owen Wardell – A familiar threat after his impressive spell at Broxburn
⸻ Previous Meeting Broxburn Athletic
2–1 Clydebank Lowland League | Albyn Park The last meeting between the sides produced a memorable win for Broxburn. • Broxburn took the lead early in the second half through Chris O’Kane, finishing a fine move involving Jamie Docherty • Clydebank responded, with Nicky Little heading home after good work from Nicky Low and Aaron Black • The winner came late on, as Jamie Docherty produced a composed finish to seal the victory Despite Clydebank’s dominance this season, that result shows Broxburn are more than capable of causing problems.
⸻ Recent Head-to-Head •
6/11/25: Broxburn Athletic 0–4 Clydebank
08/11/25: Broxburn Athletic 2–1 Clydebank
⸻ Clydebank Recent Form
Clydebank come into this match in scintillating form:
• East Stirlingshire (A) – 0–6 Win
• Hearts B (A) – 0–8 Win
• Albion Rovers (A) – 0–1 Win
• Cowdenbeath (A) – 0–4 Win
19 goals scored, 0 conceded in their last four matches—a frightening run. ⸻ The Verdict This is as tough a test as it gets in the Lowland League right now. Clydebank are flying, full of goals, and playing with real momentum. But Broxburn have already shown they can beat the Bankies—and if they can stay organised and take their chances, there’s every reason to believe they can make it another competitive encounter.
