Cambuslang FA vs. Third Lanark Amateurs

An early start at Glasgow Green puts the focus on sharpness from the off. The match takes place on one of the centre’s third-generation artificial grass pitches — a surface designed to play consistently in all conditions — making quick decision-making and tempo important right from the first whistle.

🔍 Match Overview

This is a first-time meeting between Cambuslang FA and Third Lanark Amateurs, with no previous competitive record between the sides. With league form set aside, the Jim Harvey Cup creates a straight knockout test where familiarity counts for little and the tie is shaped entirely on the day.

📈 Form Guide

Cambuslang FA arrive having put together a strong recent run of results, with four wins from their last five matches. Those results have come against a mix of opposition and underline why they remain difficult to shift when games stay tight.

• Last 5 Games: 4 Wins, 1 Loss

• Key Victories: Carluke Thistle, Queen’s Park SFC, Bearsden AFC, St Mungo 21s.

• Recent Blip: A narrow defeat to River Nevis.

Third Lanark Amateurs’ recent form has been mixed, but their wins show they can score freely when games open up. They’ve also been involved in tighter contests, suggesting they’re comfortable in different types of matches.

• Last 5 Games: 3 Wins, 1 Draw, 1 Loss

• Key Victories: Convincing wins over DTI, Woodbank AFC, and Southside United.

• Stumbling Block: A loss to Busby AFC and a hard-fought draw against Kings Park United.

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📊 The Prediction

With no previous meetings to lean on, this tie comes down to who handles the occasion better on the morning. A place in the next round is the only guarantee, and with an early kick-off and neutral surface, small moments are likely to carry extra weight.