October 18, 2025

A compelling cup tie awaits this Saturday as Glasgow Island goes head-to-head with AFC CHRYSTON in the AlonA Hotel West of Scotland Amateur Cup Round 2.

This fixture marks the first-ever competitive meeting between the two sides, guaranteeing a fresh and fiercely contested battle for progression.

🔥 Form Favours the Islanders

Glasgow Island enters the fray with a formidable run of recent results that has seen them dismantle opponents with an impressive attacking flair. Their last few outings paint a picture of relentless goal-scoring:

• W 5 – 1 vs. Clydeside Athletic

• W 5 – 2 vs. Park Sports Project

• W 8 – 2 vs. Clydebank SMFC

While a curious sequence of results – an official (L) 0-0 draw followed by a (D) 5-5 draw against Wishaw WW AFC (SMAFA) – suggests a potential for unpredictability, their overall form showcases a side capable of overwhelming opposition defences.

🛡️ Chryston’s Resilience on Display

AFC CHRYSTON, however, are by no means pushovers and arrive equally buoyed by strong recent performances. Their resolve has been evident in a sequence of key victories:

• W 4 – 1 vs. Carluke Thistle AFC (GGPL)

• W 1 – 3 vs. STEINS THISTLE AFC

• W 5 – 1 vs. St Cadocs 19

• W 4 – 5 vs. ST PATRICKS AFC (A thrilling high-scorer)

The one blip, a (L) 3-1 defeat to OBAN SAINTS, was quickly rectified, demonstrating their ability to bounce back and maintain momentum.

📊 The Edge and the Expectation

Based purely on recent goal-scoring exploits, Glasgow Island holds a slight, yet noticeable, edge heading into this crucial tie. Their attacking unit appears to be firing on all cylinders, promising a high-tempo challenge for the AFC Chryston backline.

The betting line reflects this marginal difference in form:

Hughs prediction

Prediction: 55% for Glasgow Island | 45% for AFC CHRYSTON

Fans can anticipate an exciting and competitive encounter where the midfield battle will likely dictate the flow of the game. With both teams eager to set the tone in this inaugural fixture, this Cup Round 2 clash at Firhill promises to be a thrilling showcase of amateur football.

The winner will undoubtedly make a strong impression on the competition.