Full Time: Penicuik 4–0 South South switched off from the start and found themselves behind in the opening minute. A miscommunication at the back allowed Penicuik to double their lead shortly after. South responded with a few half chances, with JC going close in a one-on-one that the Penicuik goalkeeper did well to save. A free header from a corner then saw Penicuik extend their lead, sending South in 3–0 down at the break. The second half was an improvement with South creati

NEXT UP | U20s Edinburgh South travel to Penicuik Park 3G this Friday night as we face Penicuik Athletic in the East of Scotland Development League. South come into the match following a dramatic 5-5 draw with Tranent, while Penicuik have been in strong recent form. The sides met earlier in the season in a tight contest that saw Penicuik edge it 3-2, and South will be looking to put that right this time around. 📍 Penicuik Park 3G 🕢 7:30pm Kick Off 📅 Friday 6th March

MAN OF THE MATCH – SHAUN LAMONT Last night’s Man of the Match goes to Shaun Lamont, sponsored by Principle Point. Shaun continued his excellent recent form with another energetic and disciplined performance down the right-hand side. Starting at right-back before stepping into midfield, he covered every blade of grass, defended well and constantly drove the team forward. A tireless display and a well deserved recognition for one of South’s most consistent performers. Man of th

FULL TIME A dramatic night at Holy Rood High School ends all square. South started well and created a couple of half chances early on, but it was Tranent who took the lead despite strong protests from the South players for a foul in the build-up. The response was immediate as Sean McMorran fired home a composed strike from 20 yards to bring us level. With the equaliser settling South, we began to take control of the game. JC was causing real problems down the right and the pr

NEXT UP | U20s Our U20s are back in action on Friday night as we host Tranent at Holy Rood High School. 19:45 kick off. South go into the game in good form, coming off a strong 4-1 win over Musselburgh Athletic. The boys also ran out 4-1 winners in the reverse fixture earlier in the season with a confident and controlled performance. Tranent have picked up some impressive results recently, beating strong Leith and Dunbar sides, so this will be another tough test. Friday night

MAN OF THE MATCH Shane Majekodunmi 🔥 What a performance. Two goals, relentless pressing and a constant nightmare for the Musselburgh defence all night. He opened the scoring with a powerful header before producing a moment of magic in the second half - picking the ball up 35 yards out, beating his man and calmly finishing to put the game beyond doubt. Work rate, leadership and quality from start to finish. Setting the standard for the squad 👏

Edinburgh South 4-1 Musselburgh Athletic South came flying out the traps last night determined to put last week’s result behind us and gain revenge. Early chances fell to Ramsay and JC as South started brightly and kept Musselburgh pinned back. The pressure paid off when Shane opened the scoring with a well-taken header after a brilliantly worked training ground routine. South doubled the lead soon after as Sean McMorran rose highest to power home another header and send us i

🏆 U20s League Cup Clash 🏆 Our Edinburgh South U20s are back under the lights this Friday as we face Musselburgh Athletic once again - this time in the League Cup. Last week’s meeting ended in a 5–2 victory for Musselburgh, so the young South side will be hungry to respond and put things right in this cup encounter. Expect a fast, competitive game as the lads look to bounce back and fight for a place in the next round. 📍 Holy Rood High School 🗓 Friday 13th February ⏰ 19:45

Man of the Match: Shaun Lamont Shaun made his first start as an emergency right back and never looked out of place. Full of energy up and down the park, composed on the ball and reliable defensively, it was an outstanding performance from one of the boys stepping up from the 18s. A brilliant example of the pathway working well and young players taking their opportunity when it comes 👏

Full Time A tough night at home for South. We started brightly and moved the ball well early on, with Joey, Shaun and Shane all looking lively. After missing a few chances the game began to even out, and Musselburgh struck twice in quick succession. South kept the heads up and continued to create, with JC firing one back before the break to make it 2-1 at half time. The second half began in a similar fashion with South creating chances but failing to take them, and we were pu

🔥 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

⭐ 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

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

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

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

MAN OF THE MATCH Conor Grealis Drafted in as an emergency centre-back due to an injury crisis, Conor stepped up superbly. He defended brilliantly, won all his battles and led from the back under sustained pressure. A top performance and a deserved Man of the Match for the second week in a row.

Edinburgh South 3–2 Arniston Rangers A hard-fought three points at Holy Rood High School. South made a blistering start with Majekodunmi firing us ahead inside 20 seconds after a superb through ball from Forsyth. The pressure continued and Forsyth doubled the lead with a brilliant run and finish following a perfectly weighted pass. Arniston fought back with a penalty before punishing a failure to clear our lines from a corner just before the break to make it 2–2 at half time.

NEXT UP | U20s Our U20s are back in action tonight as they take on Arniston Rangers 🔴⚪️ South come into the game in a rich vein of form, winning our last three matches, scoring 17 goals and conceding just 4 in the process. Confidence is high and there is plenty on the line, with a chance to leapfrog Arniston and end 2025 on a real positive note. 📍 Holy Rood High School 🗓 Friday 19th December ⏰ 19:45 KO Thanks to McLeod Installation Services for their continued support. Let

MAN OF THE MATCH Conor Grealis A massive shift up and down the right flank. Defended superbly all game and was a constant menace going forward, playing a huge part in South’s comeback. An outstanding all-round performance.