Match Preview: Tranent vs Broxburn Athletic Lowland League | Foresters Park | Saturday
Broxburn Athletic bring their 2025/26 Lowland League campaign to a close this Saturday with a trip to Foresters Park to face Tranent FC. While there is nothing riding on the final league standings for the hosts, both sides will be keen to finish the season on a high.
The Opposition
Tranent are managed by Robbie Horn, assisted by David Burrell and Darren Smith, with Scott Gray captaining the side. They are guaranteed to finish 4th in the Lowland League, with a strong record of: • 19 wins • 7 draws • 7 defeats A consistent campaign has cemented their place just outside the title race.
Season Snapshot
• Top Scorer: Harry Girdwood (11 goals)
• Most Appearances: Kelby Mason (35)
• Biggest Win: 5–0 vs University of Stirling (A)
• Biggest Defeat: 0–5 vs Clydebank (H)
• Preferred Systems: 5-3-2 or 4-4-2
Ones to Watch
Tranent have a blend of experience and attacking threat:
• Harry Girdwood – Leading scorer and focal point up front
• Dean Brett – Experienced full back with quality delivery
• Guy McGarry – An attacking outlet from right back
Last Time Out
Caledonian Braves 3–0 Tranent Saturday 11th April | Alliance Park Tranent come into this match off the back of defeat, losing 3–0 away to Caledonian Braves. • First-half goals from Lennon Walker and Ross McNeil put the hosts in control • An unfortunate own goal from Josh Grigor sealed the result in the second half Despite the setback, their recent form prior to that had been strong.
Previous Meeting
Broxburn Athletic 1–3 Tranent Lowland League | Albyn Park
Tranent ran out deserved winners the last time the sides met
• Guy McGarry opened the scoring after a well-worked move
• Scott Gray added a second with a composed finish
• Veteran striker Greig Spence made it three
• Broxburn pulled one back late through Robbie Hamilton
Recent Head-to-Head •
Tranent 4–1 Broxburn Athletic • 13/09/25:
Broxburn Athletic 1–3 Tranent 28/02/26:
Tranent have had the edge in recent encounters and will be aiming to complete a clean sweep this season.
Recent Form Tranent’s last four matches:
• University of Stirling (A) – 0–5 Win
• Gala Fairydean (H) – 2–1 Win
• Linlithgow Rose (H) – 0–1 Draw
• Caledonian Braves (A) – 0–3
Loss Two wins, a draw, and a defeat show a side that has been competitive in recent weeks.
The Verdict With league positions already decided, this final fixture is all about finishing strong. Tranent will be looking to continue their dominance in this fixture, while Broxburn will be determined to end the season on a positive note and put recent results behind them. Expect an open and competitive game at Foresters Park as both sides look to sign off their campaigns in style.
