Ross is new boss

NEWBURGH, without a win in five, take on North End in the North League at East Shore Park.

Despite the Dokens being under new management with the appointment of Ross Lunan as boss and Martin Spzak as his assistant, their first game in charge sees them seeking a third straight win.

Just one point separates North League rivals Blairgowrie and Kinnoull, who meet at Davie Park.

The Berrypickers are without Robbie Hood and Gordon Pirie. Kinnoull are again minus the injured Liam Woolley and suspended Gordon Norrie. Robbie Norrie and Greg Fleming return.

Coupar Angus welcome Scone Thistle to Foxhall Park. The hosts, who have played just once in seven weeks -— a 5-0 defeat to leaders KirrieThistle — have everyone available except Nathan Ireland.

The visitors will give fitness tests to Fraser Mills, Craig Mitchell and Arron Mackay.

Brechin Vics have two new signings in their squad for their trip to joint leaders Thornton Hibs.

Striker Liam Bailley has been signed from Montrose Roselea, while central defender Barry Gourlay rejoins the club after a spell in the amateur ranks. A groin injury rules out Douglas Crowe. Arbroath Vics face Forfar Albion at Ogilvy Park in a basement battle.Vics are without Connor Gray due to a back problem and Marc Walker is a doubt.

Luncarty return to league action for the first time in four weeks and will be expected to pick up three points at home to bottom-of-the-table Lochore Welfare.