🔥 LAST MAN STANDING RETURNS 🔥 Our Last Man Standing competition is back and it starts Saturday 31st January 2026. After a dramatic weekend where the final four competitors were all knocked out, we have a rollover of £1,250 and the prize pot currently stands at £2, 250 with another few days before entries close 💰🏆 Key details • £10 to enter – entry must be paid before Week 1 • Based on English Premier League fixtures • Starts with fixtures on 31st January 2026 • Pick a new

NEXT UP | HOME RETURN 🔴⚪ We are finally back at Paties Road tomorrow as we welcome Crossgates Primrose to Edinburgh. It has been a long wait since our last home match on 13/12/2025 and the squad will be buzzing to get back in front of the South support. Last time the sides met, South ran out 3-0 winners in Fife, and with back-to-back victories behind us, the team will be looking to keep that momentum going. Crossgates arrive in strong form themselves after winning 3 of their

🔴 CONTRACT EXTENSION 🔴 We are delighted to announce that Jack Blaney has signed a contract extension keeping him at Edinburgh South until the end of the 2026–27 season ✍️ Since joining the club two years ago, Jack’s calming presence, no-nonsense attitude and dominance in the air have been massive for us at South. His composure on the ball and hunger to demand high standards drive the squad forward, both on and off the pitch. This season alone, Jack has made 19 appearances,

CONTRACT EXTENSION CONFIRMED We’re delighted to announce that our vice-captain Blake Wales has signed a contract extension that will keep him at Edinburgh South until the end of the 2026–27 season. A constant standout performer, Blake’s work-rate, quality and commitment are hugely important to everything we do. His influence on and off the pitch continues to set the standard. Already this season he’s made 22 appearances, chipping in with 2 goals and 1 assist, and his contribu

🔥 U20s Matchday Incoming 🔥 Next up for our Edinburgh South U20s is a big Friday night clash against Musselburgh Athletic. South will be determined to put last week’s disappointing result behind them and show a real response under the lights. It will not be easy though, with Musselburgh arriving full of confidence after a huge 5–0 win over league leaders Penicuik Athletic. The last meeting between the sides was a seven goal thriller, with South edging it 4–3, and all signs p

🔴⚪️ February Fixtures – What’s Ahead ⚽️ February brings a huge run of games for Edinburgh South, with league points, cup progress and momentum all up for grabs across the Men’s, U20s and Women’s sides. Men’s Team The men start the month with a big home test against Crossgates, before a tough away trip to Kirkcaldy where focus and discipline will be key. Attention then turns back to home soil as we welcome Thornton, before rounding off the month with cup football on the road

🧱 MAN OF THE MATCH – Jack Blaney 🧱 A rock at the back today. Jack dealt with everything thrown his way, showing real composure on the ball alongside top-class leadership and a commanding presence throughout. A dominant defensive display that sees him pick up his 3rd clean sheet of the season 👏 Well deserved, Jack 💪⚽

🏆 King Cup | Full Time Cowdenbeath Central 0–1 Edinburgh South South book their place in the King Cup 4th Round with a hard-fought away victory. We started on the front foot and created a few early chances inside the opening 10 minutes, unlucky not to make the breakthrough. Cowdenbeath Central grew into the game and tested us, forcing two outstanding saves from Lewis Whitelaw – first from a curling effort, then a brilliant reaction stop from a deflected free kick. The first

⭐ MAN OF THE MATCH ⭐ Joey Hunter A strong and committed performance from Joey in a difficult night for the team. He showed real energy and determination throughout, worked tirelessly for the side, and continued to battle right until the final whistle. Well deserved recognition. 💪🔴⚪

FULL TIME Arniston Rangers 4 Edinburgh South 1 A frustrating night for South as Arniston Rangers ran out 4–1 winners. After a competitive opening spell, the hosts edged in front and capitalised on key moments, with South unable to turn periods of possession and pressure into goals. Despite continued effort and a positive response after the break, Arniston made their chances count to pull clear on the scoreboard. A disappointing result, but one that provides lessons as we look

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🔴 NEXT UP 🔴 🏆 King Cup – 3rd Round 🆚 Cowdenbeath Central 📍 Venters Park 🗓 Saturday 31st January ⏰ 14:00 It’s a first-ever meeting between the two sides as South return to cup action this weekend. Both teams booked their place in the third round with narrow victories in the last round, South edging past Leith Athletic 2-1, while Cowdenbeath Central came through a thrilling tie, defeating West Calder 4-3. All set for a proper cup battle. 🔥 🔴⚪

NEXT UP | U20s 🔴⚪️ Tomorrow night under the lights, our U20s are back in action as we take on Arniston Rangers at Poltonhall. South come into the game full of confidence after a spirited point last week, fighting back from behind three times in a thrilling draw with Dalkeith. That result keeps us unbeaten in five, with four wins in that run. Both sides are level on points in the league, and after a tight 3-2 victory for South in the last meeting, you can expect another close

🏆Game Match Report 🏆 ⚪️Port Glasgow 4 – 3 Edinburgh South🔴 Another unforgettable experience for the team as we made the decent trek across to Port Glasgow for a cup clash. Thankfully the rain stayed away, but as always, the wind had plenty to say and played a huge role throughout the game.💨 We came out flying. Strong possession, great movement, and multiple early chances showed our intent, but the finishing touch just wouldn’t quite fall for us. An unlucky mistake saw us

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⭐ MAN OF THE MATCH | Sam Forsyth ⭐ Sam Forsyth was simply outstanding this evening. A second-half performance for the ages as he kick-started the comeback with a sublime free-kick, added an assist, and then sealed it late on with a composed finish across goal. His drive, dancing feet and powerful running caused constant problems for the Dalkeith defence and set the tone going forward when it mattered most. 👏 Special mention to Ramsay McDonald, whose impact off the bench was

An incredible 8-goal thriller played out in brutal conditions as two attack-minded sides went toe to toe. Dalkeith raced into a two-goal lead on three separate occasions, but South showed huge character to keep fighting back and earn a 4-4 draw. Sam Forsyth led the comeback with a superb double, firing home an outstanding free-kick before later securing the point with a composed finish across goal. McMorran got on the scoresheet after a huge 50-yard lung-busting press forced

❌ MATCH POSTPONED Following a pitch inspection, today’s fixture has been called off due to a small area of the pitch being waterlogged, making it unsafe for play. A frustrating one, but the correct decision. A rearranged date will be confirmed as soon as it is agreed. Thanks for your understanding. 🔴⚪

Next Up | U20s 🔴⚪️ Friday night under the lights for our U20s as we head to Dalkeith Campus to take on Dalkeith Thistle. It’s the boys’ first competitive game since the 19th of December, after finishing the year on a three-game winning run and they’ll be looking to pick up right where they left off. Only 4 points separate the sides in the league, so it’s set up to be a good one. 🗓 Friday 23rd January 📍 Dalkeith Campus ⏰ 19:30

The ladies made a strong start to 2026 in their first game back after the winter break, running out 6-2 winners to Hibs Community at nearby Peffermill Stadium. The starting line up for South was TWITTER TIMELINE KO vs Hibs Community Hibs Community 0 - 0 South 11’ | GOALLLL to South - Mia Brotherston Some great play from Clair at the back to link up with Anna who plays it through for Mia to tap the ball home! Mia is sponsored by Technical Edge Coaching Academy Hibs Community