sortitoutsi
Football Manager Graphics
- FM24 Graphics
- FM24 Player Faces
- FM24 Logos
- FM24 Kits
- FM24 Backgrounds
- FM24 Installation Instructions
Football Manager Guides Database
Football Manager Data Update
Football Manager Shortlists
- FM24/25 Update Guides
- FM24/25 Update Shortlists
- Best FM24/25 Update Wonderkids
- Cheap FM24/25 Update Wonderkids
- FM24/25 Update Young Players aged 21-25
- FM24/25 Update Best Free Players
- FM24/25 Update Expiring Contracts
- FM24/25 Update Bargain Players
- FM24/25 Update Injury Prone Players
- FM24/25 Update Richest Clubs
- Best FM24/25 Update Facilities
- FM24 Guides
- FM24 Shortlists
- Best FM24 Wonderkids
- Cheap FM24 Wonderkids
- FM24 Young Players aged 21-25
- FM24 Best Free Players
- FM24 Expiring Contracts
- FM24 Bargain Players
- FM24 Injury Prone Players
- FM24 Richest Clubs
- Best FM24 Facilities
This site is not endorsed by Sports Interactive or SEGA and is intended for entertainment purposes only. The views expressed on this site are the views of the individual contributors and not those of Sports Interactive or SEGA.
#240143 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Premier League
An incredible result from the Borderers as we destroy Motherwell at Shielfield Park. Andy Vaughan continues to bounce back well from injury with the opening goal, whilst wingers, Jack Barmby and the ever impressive Michael Donohue both added to the scoreline for a great result from the Lone Rangers. We are beginning to look like the real deal at the top of the pack.
Scottish Premier League
Another solid victory from Berwick as we send Hamilton further into the mire. Dunkley scored a good header from a well worked set-piece within just three minutes but it was to be the ref that would help us to the victory sending off two players either side of the half-time whistle to gift us a victory without much effort. A welcome gift in the busy fixture list.
Scottish Premier League
Once again we are gifted the points as Hibs conspire to their own demise scoring an own goal following a mix-up from another impressive corner from the Borderers. We held on to the goal with a disciplined performance that left Hibs completely frustrated. However we are dealt a massive blow as Andy Vaughan is once again sidelined with a torn hamstring. Four months on the sidelines for our talisman striker is a massive blow to our hopes of keeping hold of this lofty position.
Scottish Premier League
Well that soon put our good run to the sword. Inverness watched us perform upsets throughout the entire month but certainly made sure we where not to repeat it on the road, destroying us with five goals. It was a shocking display from a team that seemingly worked their way to the top and two own-goals from both Loftus-Cheek and McQueen certainly summed up the entire game.
Scottish Premier League
We manage to hold on to a point and a clean sheet as we recover from the mauling by Inverness. Our defence had a lot of pride that they needed to salvage following their recent humiliation and a strong performance at least gave them something to hold on to. It seems our bubble might have burst at long last. Can't help but think, Andy Vaughan could have certainly helped us bounce back with a bang. He will be missed.
Scottish Premier League
With Donohue destroying them single handedly just over a month ago we were hopeful of pulling off a similar result against Patrick Thistle to fully bring us back up to speed but it was not to be as a collapse in the second half ensures Christmas is not a happy one for Berwick fans. Having started the month in style it seems we are going to end it in disappointment.
Scottish Premier League
Thankfully for us the referee helped us for the second time this month with a game changing red card. Darren Lavery finally found the net following his new found status as our lead striker with a goal to draw things level before Dunkley is deservedly sent off for two poor yellow cards. It seemed that was going to send us towards another defeat but a red card for Hearts threw momentum back in our favour and new boy Jake Ellam scored his first for the club to win the game.
Scottish Premier League
Not going to lie the referee and some good fortune certainly paid their part in this month. The defeat to Inverness certainly showed just what we can expect when the Premier League teams are at their best but it seems no one is able to get things together this season and we maintain our lead at the top of the table all be it with a handy two game advantage over the chasing Celtic.
#240122 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Premier League
Donohue has been stealing the spotlight but against St. Mirren two of our other stars returned to the fray with a goal each, as former Leicester winger, Jack Barmby and the returning Andy Vaughan both found the back of the net. Darren Lavery certainly held his own as Vaughans replacement in the team but we are glad to see our teenage star back in the fray.
Scottish Premier League
Donohue ensures he is not long forgotten picking up the opening goal just before the break as we pick up another victory against Dundee United. We are making a huge upset to a lot of teams here. It seems we are being under-estimated quite a lot but even we didn't expect our usually wasteful set-peice taker, Loftus-Cheek to score a Twenty five yard screamer to seal the points.
Scottish Premier League
Celtic seem to be all over the shop at the minute, dropping points left right and centre as Paul Lambert struggles to get to grips with being in charge of Scotlands biggest team and we are quick to take advantage. Remarkably it was the thus far frustrated Sam Gainford who picked up both goals, the winger has been left on the sidelines thanks to Donohues form but jumped at the opportunity to keep his name in the running.
Scottish Cup - Fourth Round
Our final chance at some silverware this season is the Scottish Cup and a tough tie against Hearts was a harsh way to get it underway. It was a game which neither side wanted to lose and predictable ended in a lifeless stalemate. Fortunately for us Hearts eventually caved under the pressure not to conceed as in their haste to clear the lines they smash the ball into their own net. A comical goal but one we were glad to take.
Scottish Premier League
Finally Donohue doesn't end up with a monthly award but keen to uphold our stunning start to life in the Premier League, I pick up a rare award of my own. Upsetting Celtic is almost guaranteed to get you this award right now but I'll certainly take it.
Absolutely stunning. I never expected to find ourselves anywhere near this part of the table let alone right at the top. We sit two points clear of Aberdeen and remarkably five points away from the usually dominant Celtic. We are set for a remarkable season at this rate, The league appears to be wide open and we are certainly taking advantage. Europe here we come?
#240110 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Premier League
Back to winning ways and its all courtesy of the man of the moment, Donohue. He just cannot stop himself in this league it almost appears to be just too easy for the former Everton youth. Patrick Thistle are looking like they could be set for a season to forget at this right, whilst Donohue looks like he is going to single handedly turn ours into the best debut possible.
Scottish Premier League
Aberdeen joined us in the Championship only just two seasons ago but have quickly risen up to the top of the table in impressive Style. With Celtic going through a transition period with new manager, Paul Lambert we could potentially see them over thrown following nearly a decade of dominance, however an own goal undid their hardwork in this game to gift us a welcome point against the run of play.
Scottish Premier League
Hearts are firmly planted in the Premier League unlike the rest of the teams in the Premier League they have stayed hot on Celtics heels despite never managing to over throw them. A Three goal victory against us gave them a comfortable victory and quickly had them rising back up the table following a slow start to their season.
Scottish Premier League
Three on the bounce. Starting the month with a hat-trick is certainly a good way to impressive the plaudits and with no real rivals coming close to his ability or goals it looks like he is set for more awards for the rest of the season too. We need to get this boy a new contract soon.
We slip down the table but a fourth place in the league is certainly still way beyond what we expected. With the likes of Aberdeen and Hearts both around us and equal on points to Celtic it appears we find ourselves in a league that is still yet to have anyone break away and dominate it. Could we actually be about to snatch an unlikely top half position.
#240101 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Premier League
Steven Naismith might have once been the in-form striker in Scotland but his crown has certainly slipped over the years. A penalty for Hibs atleast gave him a chance to roll back the years but our right side soon turned the tide with right back, McQueen and the current in-form winger, Donohue both finding the back of the net. There's a good partnership brewing between these two.
Scottish Premier League
The right side might have won the game against Hibs but it was the left wing who repeated the feat against Inverness. Jack Barmby has been drawing attention from Crystal Palace of late and a goal just one minute from time gave him another boost in stature. We are now sitting with four victories on the bounce, impressive work for a team supposedly set for an immediate return to the Championship.
Scottish Premier League
Our run of victories comes to an abrupt end against Kilmarnock as Muirhead makes a mockery of our usually reliable defence. Our new formation last season helped us to claim the tightest defence in the Championship, however it seems that in the top-flight they're certainly going to be tested to the limit. An expected result on the road, following our fortunate start to the season.
Scottish Premier League
Two in a row for our unstoppable wide-man. Donohue has made the right flank his own totally dominating just about every left-back we have come up against to date. He is quickly becoming a fan favourite and with his eye-catching displays it is not hard to see why. Absolute star.
Another good month and amazingly we've ended up into the top three. We always seem to get seasons started in fine form and even in the Premier League it seems we are still able to get off the mark in fine form. As always at this stage there is far too much left to read anything into the league standings. Non the less impressive.
#240071 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Premier League
We get things off not quite with a bang but a respectable draw non-the less against Dundee United. Andy Vaughan rested my nerves netting an early goal to open his account in the Scottish top flight and the rest of the team ensured they too wouldn't buckle under the expectations in the Premier League pulling off an impressive display to wrap up our first point of the season.
Scottish League Cup - First Round
With no Challenge Cup with have just two domestic cup competitions to chase and we ensured we would remain hot on the heels for the League Cup scraping through a thrilling tie against Annan. The League One side pushed us all the way and ensured we would battle right the way into extra time with a goal each just before the final whistle and even deep into extra time. A back and forth game eventually was settled courtesy of another Vaughan winner.
Scottish Premier League
A tie against Scotlands most dominant force was hardly the best way to get back to action following that lengthy game and new Celtic manager, Paul Lambert led his men to a convincing victory despite the third goal in three games for our dominant forward, Andy Vaughan. We might be into the top flight but it sure looks like we have a way to go before we can mix it with the top guns.
Scottish Premier League
Or maybe not. Right winger, Michael Donohue netted a stunning brace to pick up all three points against giants Motherwell. He is rapidly developing into our most important player and at just Twenty One years old he looks set to be our leading light for many seasons to come. With the season only just started we are quick to pick up the points already and are certainly not looking out of depth just yet.
Scottish League Cup - Second Round
A shock result in the next round of the League Cup as we are destroyed by Championship side Morton. They dominated the game from start to finish despite us fielding the first team side. I was actually hoping for a good cup run this season but it seems that despite our increased standing in the leagues we still can't get far in these cup competitions. Disappointing.
Scottish Premier League
We round off our first month in the division with another victory against the team who are supposedly set to be battling with to avoid relegation. Fortunately for us Hamilton look to be in a terrible state this season and we easilly ran out victors. Donohue continues to impress with Lavery picking up his first of the season benefiting from a six week injury picked up by Andy Vaughan.
Scottish Premier League
Deservedly so. Donohue looks set to make Everton rue releasing him on contract last year and is quickly making a name for himself at the top of Scottish football. With rapid pace, a wicked cross and the best years of his career still to come we have our hands on a superb winger.
We make a solid start to the season, sitting in a safe mid-table position. Two victories and only a loss against high flying Celtic is by no means a bad way to introduce ourselves to the top flight. We are looking like we could certainly make an impact this season and not at the bottom of the table. Encouraging signs.
#240038 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Friendly
We get our warm-up under-way by going up against familiar opponents Dundee. Having just pipped them to the post in the promotion race last season it was a good test to see if we were really a level above the former Premier League side and we certainly gave a good account of ourselves running our three goal winners thanks to our impressive midfield.
Friendly
Another test, this time against recently relegated St Johnstone. It was one we completely failed. Having taken our place in the Championship it seems St Johnstone are keen to remind us that we are by no means a fully fledged Premier League side. Four goals found the back of our net as the team proved to be unusually generous. For a team that proved to have the tightest defence last season this was one hell of a wake up call.
Friendly
Thankfully we bounce back to our best with a comfortable victory over Northern Ireland's, Glenavon. Once again the wingers lead the charge with the ever impressive Donohue and new signing Jake Ellam both finding the net, whilst Darren Lavery ensured he would remain hot on the heels of teenage superstar Andy Vaughan, netting another well taken goal. A good all round showing from the Borderers.
Friendly
With our status in the top flight comes the exciting prospect of European football, we could soon see the likes of Czech side Jablonec gracing Shielfield Park on a regular basis and with a Darren Lavery goal we certainly laid down a marker in the first fixture against a non British side of my career. Could we one day see our Scottish talisman lifting some continental silverware?
Friendly
We round off the pre-season with the traditional game against our feeder club, Ashington. Having lost our parent club, Inverness courtesy of our promotion it now leaves just Ashington as our linked team. Midfielders, Sam Gainford and Jason Smith both turned on the style to score two long range efforts against the minnows with an own goal adding to the one-way traffic.
#239916 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
We still have just the two Scottish players in the team as Lee Currie and Darren Lavery both remain on the team-sheet all be it a world away from their former status as the teams leading lights however the English revolution is now firmly in effect.
Andy Vaughan remains as the clubs leading striker with only the above mentioned Darren Lavery able to provide cover for him but we have some strong cover across the entire team-sheet courtesy of some more signings in the transfer window. The team however will arguably not be as stretched this season with only the league and two cup competitions to deal with as we no longer qualify for the Challenge Cup. Wingers Jack Barmby and Michael Donohue could hopefully remain in their fully fit state throughout the entire season as they look to continue their recent runs of form and take the Premier League by storm.
We're close the top of the game in Scotland and with the team now nearly completely transformed our English revolution has taken a giant leap towards its ultimate goal.
#239911 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Andy Vaughan has already proved that despite their lowly status, our academy is more then capable of producing some serious talent in Northumberland. With the likes of Newcastle and Sunderland hoovering up most of the promising youngsters in the North East its no small feat.
Thanks to their continued efforts another teenager is set to burst on to the scene and once again he looks set to emulate Vaughan by smashing straight into the starting line-up.
Already placed straight into training to join our three man central midfield, Shane O'Hanlon is well on his way to becoming our creative play-maker. With the physical stats of a work horse at the tender age of just sixteen and already possessing the determination and work rates of players well beyond his age, he looks set for a bright future.
#239795 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Despite our new Premier League status bringing in some much needed money we still needed to clear out some space in our tight wage budget to bring in some new signings.
The majority of our departures came with the end of five contracts, with the bulk of them coming from players we failed to sell last season. After a season spent with the under-20s the majority were glad to see the back of Berwick, however it was a long goodbye for our longest serving Englishman Jonathan Fairbairn. The only player from the clubs home-nation at the start of this career he has witnessed a huge transfer over the last few seasons.
From: Derby County
With the step up to the Premier League almost certain to push the entire team to their limits, I jumped at the opportunity to add some much needed strength to our defence in the shape of Kyron Stabana. Surprised Derby let him go at the end of his contract, the young centre back has some outstanding physical stats and is already very solid in his defensive duties.
From: Sheffield Wednesday
Jack Barmby has made the left wing his absolute own, having dominated his way through the Championship with ease, however with veteran Lee Holmes being shown the door we needed another player to provide some cover on the left side. Jake Ellam has some wicked stats for a supporting winger with a neat turn of pace and a cross that could certainly bring out the most of our lofty striker, Andy Vaughan.
From: Liverpool
Final signing of the window has us bring in another back-up player, this time for our bulky central midfield. Alisdair Clarke never stood a chance of breaking into Liverpools starting line-up but at Berwick he has certainly got the potential to craft out an impressive career in Scotland. A good ball winning midfielder, with a bit more work he could soon emulate Scott Brown in the Scotlands top-flight.
#238708 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
The highest ever finish for the Borderers has them finally make their long awaited entrance into the Scottish Premier League. Its been a season to remember with fans from across Northumberland now starting to be drawn to the loneliest club in the country. It might be the end of our rapid rise up the leagues but its the only beginning of a new chapter for the Borderers.
Scottish Championship
Well and truly deserved. At just seventeen years old Andy Vaughan took on the role of our lone striker for our biggest challenge to date and absolutely thrived from it. Having to replace club icon, Darren Lavery was going to be no small challenge but our lanky front-man had no problems finding the back of the net himself and quickl asserted himself as a new fan favourite. He's got a bright future here with Berwick and is ready for the step up to the Premier League.
An incredible season for the Borderers and one that seemed to be destined for them. For the last four years Sixty Four points wouldnt have been enough for even a top two finish however in what was arguably one of the toughest league line-ups it seems no-one was able to assert any dominance over the league, with the plucky team from Northumberland quick to take advantage.
#238662 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
With everything to play for we well and truly bottled it. Within just seven minutes Dunfermline opened the scoring against the run of play and left us looking like we had thrown it all away at the final hurdle. It was a disappointing result and one that did little to display just how well we had done all season, fortunately for the Borderers however luck was to play one last part in how our season would unfold.
Scottish Championship
Dundee caved under the pressure as well losing to the already relegated Alloa. A truely shocking result for the former Premier League side. We might not have done ourselves any favours but the footballing gods had apparently already taken care of our destiny and with that we sealed our spot in the top flight of Scottish football.
Premier League here we come.
#238620 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
Narrow but much needed we pick up three points against a frustrated Ross County. Looking set for another season in mid-table they have little to play for at this stage of the season however they nearly managed to destroy our season with just four games remaining, however an early goal from Andy Vaughan proved to be enough to claim the victory.
Scottish Championship
Frustrating but deserved, Cowdenbeath derail our attempts at a winning push towards the end of season as a thrilling end to the game has us share the spoils. Cowdenbeath have been left behind by the rest of the automatic chasing teams but still remain determined to claim a play-off spot. We nearly snatched the win with another Vaughan goal one minute from time however a goal reply straight from kick-off soon ended any early celebrations.
Scottish Championship
We complete an unbeaten season against Rangers as we again demolish them at Ibrox. Vaughan ensures he remains the man of the moment with an early goal and theres even a chance for fan favourite Darren Lavery to snatch a rare goal from the bench, rounding off an impressive showing from the Borderers. It looks like we are certainly about to overthrow them as the best Rangers in the country.
Scottish Championship
I can't overstate just how important this young lad has been for the club. At just seventeen years of age Vaughan has emerged as not only our lead striker but as one of the best in the League, if not the entire country. A place in the England youth setup is well deserved and he continues to draw attention from across Europe. Contract negotiations need to be done quickly if were to hold on to our man.
Back on top following an unbeaten month, all be it by goal-difference alone. Our impressive defensive record has us Eighteen goals ahead of Dundee but it comes down to just one final game to round off this incredible season. We need to only better or match Dundees result to ensure us of a spot in Scotlands top flight. Its a massive fixture and one that will have a massive impact upon the future of the Wee Rangers.
#238611 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
Thats the way. Every game counts right now, in our attempts at somehow out running the recently relegated duo of Rangers and Dundee. Right-back Alexander McQueen got us off to the best possible start as he continues to impress on the attack, with two of this seasons best performers, Jack Barmby and Andy Vaughan continuing their run of form with a goal each to seal the deal.
Scottish Championship
Another important victory. Alloa are all but in League One having flopped all season and we soon added another nail to their coffin with three well placed goals. Naylor smashed home another from a well worked set-piece, whilst tricky right winger, Donohue turned on the style to score a fine solo effort and a thumped half volley. Three more for the tally. As long as we're not losing we cant be caught.
Scottish Championship
Well that didn't help. Our final chance at distancing ourselves from Dundee resulted in disappointment as a goal three minutes from time scuppered our plans. We gave them as good as we got and looked set to take a well earned point following a gritty game against the rapidly climbing Dees but we just couldn't close out the game conceding an uncharacteristic sloppy goal to leave Shielfield Park in silence.
Scottish Championship
Donohue has been dominating left backs for the entire season and is rapidly developing into a star player. His drive and determination make him crucial to just about ever attacking move we make, with only Jack Barmby able to match him for pace. The duo have proved to be a huge influence on our incredible season and have made Andy Vaughan's debut season one to remember with a hat full of assists.
That one result against Dundee proved to be pivotal as they finally overhaul us and kick us out of the automatic spot after just two months. To their credit Dundee have absolutely shot up the league, tearing teams apart as they mount a determined push for the top flight. Having won every game this month we can only sit-back and admire as they romp towards the end of season.
#238607 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
Dunfermline are struggling in the Championship and look set for another season toying with relegation back to League One, however they managed to have some say in the race for the title, holding us to a frustrating draw despite wingers, Donohue and Barmby both firing us into the lead. Another draw for the growing tally, this time however I was happy to cling on to the point.
Scottish Championship
They are starting to rack up again, Queen of the South this time frustrate us on the road. The play-off chasers have fallen down the rankings of late but claimed a well earned point despite having a player sent off late into the game. We still need to be far more ruthless if we are too ensure we are serious contenders for the title with just seven games remaining,
Scottish Championship
That's more like it. The midfield got this one started as Parrett and Loftus-Cheek both picked up a goal each within the opening ten minutes, with Naylor and the ever impressive Vaughan adding to the score-sheet as we claimed a much needed and impressive Victory. With three teams all eager and willing to push us out of the automatic spot results like this need to come thick and fast.
Scottish Championship
Despite picking up just four points from a possible nine, we remain a-top of the table. Its going to be a tough ask to keep the chasing pack at bay but none of us expected to even be in this position come the business end of the season. We are determined to cap this already remarkable season, a play-off spot is the bare minimum now. We are going all out to enter the Premier League.
#238479 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
We get the new year off with a massive bang. Poor Alloa are sinking without a trace and our rampant midfield are more then willing to take advantage. Andy Vaughan took the spoils as the lofty teenager rose the highest from a series of crosses by the ever impressive wingers who helped themselves to three goals of there own to leave Shielfield Park in raptures.
Scottish Championship
Dundee have finally started to mount there own push for promotion. Having dropped down the league with Rangers they too have struggled in the early stages of the season but both look set to be well in the running come the end of the season. The game was another that only came into life in the second half and thankfully two of our seasons leading stars, Vaughan and Barmby proved to be enough to hold on to a point.
Scottish Championship
Andy Vaughan is still finding the back of the net like he's been doing it all his life. The teenager is proving to take to life in the Championship with complete ease and is quickly replacing Darren Lavery as the new fan favourite. With the added pressure of now being a lone front-man the pressure was certainly on but its paying off big time for the Borderers with a solo goal against Ross County adding to his impressive tally.
Scottish Championship
Our second loss of the season and our first at home. Having gone almost half of the season without a loss, result like this are still proving to be somewhat of a shock for the Berwick faithful. Its easy to forget just how surprising our current league standing is with the club battling at the top of the table after just over one season in the league, non the less a loss to our title chasing rivals is a big dent to our hopes of clinging on to this lofty position.
Scottish Championship
Rangers are currently on their best run of the season and have quickly become the favourites to claim the title, however we managed to fortunately snatch a point late into the game courtesy of our ever reliable midfielder Loftus-Cheek. The former Chelsea man has taken over from club legend, Lee Currie and has filled his boots very well, providing some solid displays and largely running the show in the middle of the pitch.
Scottish Championship
He is tearing this league to pieces, which is fantastic for our hopes of an unexpected promotion, however it comes with the unwanted attention of a whole host of top end clubs. So far Vaughan is happy to stay with the club and has a lengthy contract for the next 3 seasons, how long he remains happy with it remains to be seen.
The biggest arrival in our transfer window pays off with a monthly award for Loftus-Cheek. Largely he keeps his head down in the middle of the field, running the show without drawing to much attention to himself with some hard working and diligent displays, however in the turn of the year he finally appears to have drawn the recognition he deserves.
We're back on top as we barrel towards the end of the season. Cowdenbeath and Rangers remain hot on our heals , with even Dundee joining in to what is going to be a frantic finale to the season. Our start of season might have caught them off guard but we are now fighting for the title with all we have, praying for the end of season.
#238343 The Man With Six Sides
Thederbyjack
That first game of the season against Auckland was certainly a brutal one, lucky to lose only by two in the end, hope you can scrape up some points before the Wellington game.
#238340 Johno's Career
Thederbyjack
Out of curiosity has Leali broken into Italys first-team or is Sirigu holding him back? I think you should loan the Dutch lad out as well but just make sure he gets starting time. Could be a bit like Courtois when he returns
#238338 Dans Journey Around The World [FM15]
Thederbyjack
#238336 Outta This and Inter Something Better
Thederbyjack
#238333 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
Having welcomed them to the league with an unexpected thrashing Rangers attempts at salvaging some pride in the rematch results in only a goalless draw as we share the spoils. It was a dull game with neither side willing to push for victory in fear of each others rapid counter-attacks, however another point against a former giant of the game is not to be shrugged at.
Scottish Championship
Another draw and another boring affair for the fans. This time we couldn't overcome a struggling Ross County, despite fielding our usual first team. On the back of our recent form this was certainly a disappointing result but at least we remain on course to end the year unbeaten. Having bagged a hat-trick in the final game of last month it was hoped Vaughan might hit a vein of goal scoring form. Unfortunately it seems not.
Scottish Championship
Another draw. Our unbeaten streak is currently hanging on by the skin of its teeth. A penalty and a goal ten minutes from time for Andy Vaughan salvages this one as we manage to fend off Raith. Our position at the top of the table is certainly looking more shaky every game, its not been exactly a dominant unbeaten streak that is for sure.
Scottish Championship
Another draw. Four on the bounce and our eleventh in just nineteen games. We need to remember how to get the job done in these games but as things stand at the minutes its taking a good deal of luck just to hold on to a solitary point. The game exploded into life in the second half with Raith taking a two goal lead but to our credit we fought back all be it with a fortunate own goal.
Scottish Championship
And its over. Twenty games into the season and we are finally beaten. Truth be told its been a long time coming and to be completely honest I'm not all that disappointed. By this point our unbeaten streak was resulting in some rather cautious games as we tried desperately not to drop points rather then going for the victory. Hopefully now we can bounce back and push for the points.
Scottish Championship
And bounce back we did. Queen of the South are sitting nicely in the play-off spots but a resurgent Berwick thrashed them by four goals. Andy Vaughan hits another hat-trick as he continues to impress in his first full season as a starting striker. Our teenage hit-man is quickly living up to his potential and is almost destined to be an absolute star. Either way this boy is set for the Premier League, we can only hope its in a Berwick shirt.
Scottish Championship
An absolute sensation and certainly one for the future. Having broken into the England under-nineteens team, Vaughan is now very much under the spot-light. A few of the Scottish Premier League teams have already taken a very long look at our own youth product and it won't be long until some of Europes best come knocking for him. Fingers are firmly crossed that our rapid rise up the leagues matches young Vaughans level of ambition.
Having arrived as a back-up left back, Ormode-Ottewill has quickly set about making sure his name jumps to the top of the team-sheet. Having only been introduced following an injury to O'Hanlon he has taken his opportunity like a true professional, stepping up the plate with ease and defying his young years.
We might have only lost just one game but with a shed-load of draws and just nine-victories we are suddenly on the back foot. A determined Rangers have finally started to turn their season around as their expected return to the top flight starts to materialise. Fortunately for us we have a superb defensive record and a goal difference to match. There is still plenty to play for following our spotless start.
#236964 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Cup - Third Round
Having thrashed them last month we went into the game confident of progressing in our last chance at silverware this season however Dunfermline appeared to be determined on getting some form of revenge, easily handling our attacking moves and taking apart our usually reliable defence to score two of their own. A disappointing exit but with the league campaign in full swing, we are not going to linger on what could have been.
Scottish Championship
Once again we come against usually tough opposition in the league and walk out after ninety minutes with all three points. Our defence again holds on to another clean sheet, whilst our fluid midfield tears through Falkirks ranks, picking up a goal for central midfielder, Dean Parrett and left midfielder, Jack Barmby as they go. A great result and another boost to our unexpected promotions push.
Scottish Championship
Alloa are really struggling in the league but managed to upset the leagues over achievers holding us to a two goal draw. The game was lifeless in the first half but as soon as the second started all hell broke loose with both teams finding the back of the net four times in eight minutes, including two goals for the Borderers within seconds of one another. A bizarre game but a valuable point.
Scottish Championship
Dundees return to the top flight is failing miserably with them struggling to match the early pace setters. Games against ourselves should have had them running our clear winners but with morale and form all over the shop they seem to be wanting this season over already. Our defence added to their frustrations keeping their attacking players out with ease as they continue to show why they are the most steadfast in the league.
Scottish Championship
I'm genuinely struggling to understand just how we have been able to turn from a relegation battling team last season into a promotion chasing team with the best defensive record in the league but non the less its certainly enjoyable. A five goal thrashing of second place Cowdenbeath continued our run of good fortune with a hat-trick for our young prodigy Andy Vaughan capping a superb all round display. We're actually building a steady lead here.
Scottish Championship
Andy Vaughan has taken on the role of lone striker and made it his own with some superb displays. He is already playing well beyond his years, out muscling defenders and winning crucial headers. He looks like he has got plenty more left in the tank and with us seemingly looking at a place in the Premier League he could soon see himself truly tested.
Approaching the half way point of the season we are still yet to beaten and have managed to accumulate a six point lead at the top of the table. Absolutely incredible. At this rate we should have the league in the bag come Valentines day but we're making sure we keep a level head. Its been an unbelievable start for us but having now got ourselves in the position to potentially claim promotion we are determined to make the most of it.
#236887 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
The unbeaten run continues into October as we kick off the month with a tight one goal victory. Right-back Alexander McQueen found his way onto the scoresheet following a rapid counter attacking move and our midfield and defence combined well to shut Raith out of the game. Surely we are beyond the honeymoon period now. Is this some genuine form we are in right now?
Scottish Championship
With some fortunate draws and narrow victories we might be in the form of our lives thus far but its far from convincing, however a five goal thrashing of Dunfermline certainly put down a marker for our chances this season. The midfield continues to impress running the show for the entire ninety minutes but it was our defence that proved their worth, despite conceding two they combined to score three of their own to make amends.
Scottish Championship
Despite laying down the law against a struggling Dunfermline we couldnt repeat the feat as we return to our fortunate ways in the very next game salvaging a point late into the game. As he has done throughout his entire career Darren Lavery set about dragging Berwick to the points with a typical game saving goal. The club icon is ever reliable in these situations.
Scottish Championship
Despite having some stiff competition for a starting spot, following the arrival of James Yates in the summer, Alexander McQueen has out done himself this season so far. Two goals gave him the spotlight this month but some solid defensive displays have ensured he has been a popular player with the fans since his arrival at the team.
We've been in absolutely sensational form since the beginning of this season and another unbeaten month has me scoop up a rare monthly award. The change in formation is so far paying off massively. I've never been a fan of lone strikers but right now I'm more then happy to go against my feelings.
For the second time in two seasons we top the league before the turn of the year. As mentioned numerous times before it didn't exactly end well for us last season but based on our current form and with some sensational displays from our new signings we are looking like early contenders for a promotion run. What a turn-around,
#236679 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
We continue the next month of football much like the last as we claim another well earned victory, this time against Alloa. Having watched us struggle from the safety of mid-table last season we are determined to give them a taste of their own medicine and with a Gainford goal sealing the deal we've pushed them into trouble already. A red card for new boy, Bola was the only down point on an otherwise perfect game.
Scottish Championship
The league is where it is at for us. Forget the allure of silverware in the cups we want to make an impact in the Championship. Teenage striker, Andy Vaughan has taken well to his high pressure role of lone striker and picked up a late equalising goal for us against high-flying Cowdenbeath. We're still unbeaten and are more then holding our own in the league thus far, bottom to the top in just one month. The resurgent Borderers are on a rampage.
Ramsdens Challenge Cup - Third Round
We held hopes of a long awaited trophy in the Challenge Cup but those where soon shattered when League One side, Stenhousemuir dumped us out of the competition in front of our own fans. Shielfield Park has seen a swelling in numbers of late with us nearly reaching the 4500 capacity but based on this game its highly unlikely many will return for any of the cup games to come. We just cant cope with knock out rounds.
Scottish Championship
Another draw in the league and once again we upset the odds, holding at bay recently relegated Dundee. Like Rangers they are in a dire situation but are keen to claim an immediate return to the Premier League however they certainly aren't finding things easy in the second tier. Our resilient defence and the inspired, James Atkinson between the sticks once again left them frustrated.
Scottish Championship
Well we might not be losing but we're certainly not racking up the points. Our third draw in four games is another tough game, this time against Ross County. Left winger Jack Barmby has made a big impact upon his arrival from Leicester, picking up two assists already this season and our electric wide man continued his fine form with a goal of his own to salvage a point in the game.
Scottish Championship
We're still unbeaten in the league but with a serious of fortunate draws behind us many are putting it down to lady luck however our second game against Rangers soon silenced the critics. Jack Barmby again stole the spot light with two superb solo goals to tie things up against one of Scotlands most famous teams but it was the veteran club icon, Darren Lavery who would finish the job scoring a late winner and maintaining our run of sensational form.
Scottish Championship
Three goals and a series of influental plays, Barmby is on absolute fire in the league. Its fair to say he could have easilly made a name for himself given the opportunity in the English Premier League but we're not going to complain. United and Leicester's loss is certainly our gain as the left winger has us flying high in the Scottish Championship.
Eight games in and we're still holding on to third place. To be totally honest I'm still waiting for our bubble to burst. Last season we topped the table at this point before almost instantly falling to the relegation dog fight. However this time around it does certainly seem slightly more legitimate. The formation is paying off massively, our new signings are running the show in the Championship and we're drawing in big numbers to Shielfield Park.
#236678 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Ramsdens Challenge Cup - First Round
Our first game of the season has us welcome some fallen giants and for the first time under my management we have a battle for power between the mighty Glasgow Rangers and The Wee Borderers from Berwick.
First blood to England. Having suffered a massive setback in their revival, The Gers are back in the Championship and in serious debt. A quick exit in the Challenge Cup, courtesy of our two new wingers did little to ease the mood for the crest fallen club.
Scottish League Cup - First Round
Having made light work of Rangers in the first cup game of the season, it would be sensible to think we might have strolled past lowly East FIfe in the League Cup but that would involve us actually not being seemingly cursed. A Darren Lavery goal could do little to spark some life into a lacklustre game as we watched the second round slip through our fingers without much attempt at holding on to it. A poor showing.
Scottish Championship
First game of the league season is what we've all been waiting for in Berwick, keen to make amends for our poor showing last season and we quickly made up for it, thrashing a stunned Raith by four goals. A couple of penalties certainly helped us on our way but this was a strong showing regardless with even a first competitive goal from Andy Vaughan adding to the delight.
Ramsdens Challenge Cup - Second Round
Back to the Challenge Cup and remarkably for us we actually won again. League Two's Arbroath where hardly going to give us a true test but given our form in the competitions previously this is still a big sign of intent from the Borderers. Are we actually looking to win some silverware this season? Best get the trophy cabinet out of storage, we could be on to something here.
Scottish Championship
Despite the cup teasing us with potential trophies our true aim this season is most certainly the league and another convincing win helped us to continue a strong start. Queen of the South couldn't cope with our five man midfield and they duly capitalised setting up a well worked goal for left-back O'Hanlon and a thumped effort from new-boy Dean Parrett. Six goals in two games. Revenge is sweet.
Scottish Championship
Final game of the month has our winning streak come to an end but continues our fine showings in the Championship as we hold on to a well deserved point against Falkirk. One of the longest serving teams in the second tier, they have seen it all in this league but hopefully a resurgent Berwick are set to shock them this season.
Scottish Championship
A sensational start to our second shot at the Championship. Yet to conceed a goal and dictating the play with ease in the three games thus far, this new formation is certainly working wonders at the minute, however we are not taking anything for granted. The same start happened last season and all too soon we found ourselves spiralling down the table. This time around I'm making sure we hold on to what we've earned.
#236674 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Friendly
Having survived in the Championship we can afford to cast a wishful glance back towards the Premier League and having picked up a well earned draw against the top flights, Dundee we are certainly showing signs that one day we might actually be able to hold our own in Scotlands hardest league. Wishful thinking for now though.
Friendly
Or maybe not. Having never beaten our Parent club since they arrived on the scene three seasons ago, we finally put them to the sword as out new formation paid off in style. New signing Parrett scored his first in a Berwick shirt in a strong display from our midfield with us making the Premier League side look distinctly average. Is this a sign for the coming season?
Friendly
We follow up the impressive victory against Hibs by matching the feat against feeder club, Ashington. The non league minnows have done nothing for us throughout their time linked to us but a three goal victory atleast kept morale sky high as we raced towards the start of the season. The game also saw a farewell goal from the departing Luke Leahy. A good way to end a solid spell in Northumberland.
Friendly
Another strong showing all be it against a League One side in Dumbarton but a goal from young Andy Vaughan at least eased worries about him being our starting striker in the season to come. Theirs alot of pressure on the young mans shoulders but he is looking very much up to the task. With Hearts and Aberdeen both keeping tabs on him this could be a huge season for our home-grown finisher.
Friendly
We round off proceedings with another traditional game as we run out winners against another non-league English team, this time in the shape of Gainsborough. A goal from Alex Kitchen ensured he kept his name in the running for the starting line-up despite now having three brand new competitors for his central role in our defence. Competition for a starting spot this season is fierce.
It could be luck, it could be the new formation, it could be the cider I've been steadily drinking but either way I've got a good feeling about this season.
#236627 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Now down to just two remaining non-English players. Fittingly it is our two leading stars from our campaigns throughout both League Two and One, Lee Currie and Darren Lavery, Both have played out of their skins to drag the club up to its current dizzying height and despite being surrounded by their Southern neighbours in the dressing room they still feature in and around the first team on a regular basis.
The only cause of concern for the team-sheet comes from the lack of forwards with only the above mentioned Lavery and our very own Home-grown talent, Andy Vaughan being able to ply their trade in the strikers positions. With a lack of talent available and only veteran striker, Carlton Cole presenting us with a viable option, its time to hope that our midfield can provide some goals.
Lets get going,
#236439 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Having scraped our way to surviving and watching our team fall apart on numerous occasions we welcomed the end of season and a chance to add some much needed strength to our squad.
First port of call is to once again ship out our remaining non-English players with us reducing the numbers by a further four, leaving just two left in the team.
Joining them out the exit door was Luke Varney and Banjo both being released at the end of their contracts but the biggest move came with the departures of our two former in form wingers, Bonnett-Johnson and Leahy. Both made incisive moves from the flanks in League One but fell well short of the mark in the Championship and we had no room for those who couldn't match the grade. Its going to be a ruthless window.
With space in the first team now completely wide open we lept into action as we look to bring in some quality English talent.
From: Out of Contract
New season and new strategy for the Borderers. We got bulled in the middle of the field last season and in an attempt at stopping it we've opted to go for a new 4-5-1 formation. First arrival to get this new era underway is former Stevenage player, Dean Parrett. An all round central midfielder, able to find a crucial pass and win back the ball he is going to make an instant impact this season as a bullish midfielder.
From: Out of Contract
Another one for our bulked out midfield, Jason Smith was released by Tottenham at the end of his contract and jumped at the opportunity to add some experience to his CV. The young midfielder is going to be a key part this season and will be out main man as we look to win back the ball. He will undoubtedly spend a good deal of time covering the entire pitch but with his stamina and strength he'll make his presence felt throughout the pitch. A true work horse.
From: Out of Contract
Alexander McQueen was one of only a few players who came out of last season with his head held high and will remain our starting right-back in the coming season but he will be under some serious pressure from former Everton product James Yates. As a strong defensive presence he will be a formidable wing back at this level and hopefully well into the Premier League.
From: Out of Contract
Another product from Everton, Michael Donohue is a bit of a coup for the team. At just Twenty One he is already drawing attention as potentially one of the leading right midfielders in this division. With a wicked cross, a good eye for the through ball and the physical ability to give defenders nightmares he is set to tear things up in this league. The first team spot is his for the taking and we're keen to unleash him in Scotland.
From: Out of Contract
If you haven't guessed already, we have been raiding the scrap-heap of the Premier League and another gem emerges in the shape of Marc Bola. My staff absolutely love this guy and the former Arsenal youngster certainly looks like he will one day easily boss our centre of defence. Already possessing the ability of most of his elders Bola will be keen to force his way into the starting line-up from day one. Naylor and Dunkley should be worried.
From: Out of Contract
Another superb capture for the club has us snap up former Manchester United and Leicester wide-man, Jack Barmby. Having never been given a fair crack at the top-flight with the Foxes he is bursting to return to the fray of first team football and a spot on the team-sheet with Berwick proved to be more then enough to temp the attacking winger, North of the border. Another player to give Championship defenders sleepless nights..
From: Out of Contract
Ben O'Hanlon is our current starting left-back but has failed to solidify his spot in the team with a mixed debut season in Northumberland and with the signing of former Arsenal and Reading defender Ormonde-Ottewill he is definitely going to be under some pressure. The nippy wing back has the potential to add to our attacking options down the flanks and will look to make a big impact from the bench this season.
From: Out of Contract
Our stand-out singing of the season has us eventually land Ruben Loftus-Cheek. The former Chelsea prodigy made Eight appearance for the Blues before his time under Mourinhio eventually ran out. Once heralded as a star product from Chelseas academy he has fallen fairly rapidly from grace following loan spells with Accrington and Crewe but a chance to restart his progress at the heart of our team will soon have him back up to speed.
Truth be told I am very pleased with the signings and we've made and I genuinely feel this could be a massive stride forward for Berwick.
#235118 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Scottish Championship
For the first time under my management we end the season without any awards. Hardly surprising given that we wound up second from bottom of the league. We hardly gave a good account of ourselves in our first season in the Championship but when looking at Livingstons predicament it could have been a hell of alot worse. Fortunately for us it looks like the league could potentially be slightly easier next season as too of the leagues heavyweights, Aberdeen and Kilmarnock make their return to the top flight.
Life in the Championship has thus far been brutal upon us but with another season drawing ever closer we are keen to make amends for our sluggish start.
#235107 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Between us and safety stand a team who have closely followed our own meteoric rise. Queens Park. The Semi-Professional Spiders have been one step behind us on the road up the leagues but now stand just two games away from over taking us in the race to the Premier league.
Scottish Championship - Relegation Playoff - Semi Final - Second Leg
First blood to the minnows. In front of another bumper crowd we throw away the advantage, gifting Queens Park the opening goal following a shocking goal mouth scramble. It was a lead they greedily held on to, frustrating our wingers with some solid defending on the flanks and leaving our usual saviour, Darren Lavery helpless as we slip to a potentially disastrous defeat.
Scottish Championship - Relegation Playoff - Semi Final - Second Leg
A nerve shredding game at the home of Scottish football finally saw us show what we are capable of. The new face of our English revolution, youth product Andy Vaughan led the charge drawing us level twice following an equaliser from former Celtic man, Anthony Stokes but it was to be the ever reliable and much praised, Darren Lavery who would once again save the club scoring the only goal of extra time to maintain our place in the Championship.
#235100 The Lone Rangers
Thederbyjack
Having spent just one season away from them, we face familiar opponents in the shape of Stirling. They will prove to be a formidable obstacle to get past and having beaten them just the once in our promotion season we know its not going to be easy.
_________________________
Scottish Championship - Relegation Playoff - Semi Final - First Leg
First blood the Borderers. Our two remaining Scottish first team members once again came to the clubs rescue. The ever reliable finisher, Lavery opened the scoring with captain, Lee Currie sealing the deal in the second half. We couldn't make it a convincing victory however as Stirling made sure to keep their hopes alive with a goal to reduce the deficit.
Scottish Championship - Relegation Playoff - Semi Final - Second Leg
In-front of our largest crowd of the season we sealed the deal much to the delight of nearly 2500 fans at Shielfield Park. Once again it was our club icon, Darren Lavery who would do the honours smashing home a game winning goal in the second half to put the game well out of reach of Stirling and cement himself as a fan favourite.