The Cinema Cup returns on Saturday and as usual this prestigious cup competition throws up some very interesting match ups.

As the competition is all in and and Saturday morning teams can face Saturday afternoon teams this ensures that there will be some very tasty match ups.

Some of the big ties in this Saturday’s Cinema Cup ⬇️

BISHOPTON FC V RUTHERGLEN GLENCAIRN AFC

BANKIES RED-HOT FAVOURITES FOR CINEMA CUP CLASH

HOLM PARK is set for a Saturday morning showdown as Clydebank SMFC prepare to host Clydeside Athletic in the third round of the Cinema Cup.The stakes couldn’t be higher for two sides trending in opposite directions.

Bankies Holding the Upper Hand

Clydebank SMFC enter the fixture with a psychological edge that is hard to ignore. In their previous head-to-head encounters, the Bankies have maintained a perfect record, dispatching Athletic both at home and on the road.

Their recent form suggests they aren’t looking to break the sequence anytime soon. With four wins from their last five outings—including dominant displays against the likes of Steins Thistle and Cambuslang FA—Clydebank are playing with a level of confidence that has many bookmakers and fans alike pinning them as favourites to progress.

Athletic Looking for Upset

Despite the daunting statistics, Clydeside Athletic shouldn’t be written off. They have shown flashes of brilliance lately, picking up three wins in their last five matches. Victories over Kingspark United and Clydebank Red Star prove they have the firepower to compete, but consistency remains their Achilles’ heel.

To pull off the upset at Holm Park, Athletic will need to exorcise the ghosts of their previous meetings with the Bankies and shore up a defence that has struggled to contain Clydebank’s clinical frontline in the past.

BUSBY AFC V FORTH AND KERSE FC

Banknock Edge Ahead as Favorites for Cinema Cup Clash

The stage is set for an intriguing Cinema Cup third round encounter this Saturday, January 17th, as Burnbank AFC 21s prepare to host Banknock in a high-stakes

With no previous head-to-head records to draw from, both squads enter the pitch as unknowns to one another, adding an extra layer of tactical unpredictability to the tie. However, a glance at the recent form guide suggests the visitors might hold the upper hand.

Tale of the Tape

Banknock arrives at Bothwellhaugh boasting a run of consistent performances. With two wins and two draws in their last five outings—including a hard-fought 2-2 stalemate against Bearsden AFC—they have proven difficult to break down.

In contrast, Burnbank AFC 21s have endured a more turbulent spell. Their recent record of one win, one draw, and two losses reflects a side searching for rhythm. They will be looking to bounce back immediately following a narrow 3-2 defeat at the hands of St Andrews 21s AFC.

The Outlook

While the “magic of the cup” often defies logic, analysts have labeled Banknock the slight favorites to make it through to the next round. Their steady momentum gives them the edge, but Burnbank’s hunger to rectify their recent defensive lapses could make for a tight contest.

The Fixtures