The M & M Trophy is up and running, and after the opening round of fixtures, both Group A and Group B are already beginning to take shape. With early points on the board for some and others yet to get started, this weekend promises plenty of intrigue.

Group A Overview

Oban Saints AFC currently sit top of Group A after a strong opening performance. A convincing 3–0 win sees them lead the way with maximum points and an early goal difference advantage.

Dunblane SC AFC, meanwhile, have already tasted defeat. Conceding three without reply leaves them with work to do if they are to challenge for qualification.

The rest of the group — AFC Chryston, Clydeside Athletic, and Nethercraigs AFC — are still waiting to get their campaigns underway, making their upcoming fixtures even more significant.

One standout tie in this group sees Nethercraigs AFC vs AFC Chryston, scheduled for Friday night under the lights. With both sides starting from zero, this match could set the tone for their entire group stage. Expect a competitive, high-energy encounter as both teams look to make an immediate impact.

Group B Overview

Group B is equally poised after the first round. Stenhousemuir Foundation lead the group following a narrow 3–2 victory, showing both attacking strength and some defensive vulnerability.

Plean AFC suffered a tight loss in that same game and will be eager to bounce back, while Clydebank Red Star, Knightswood AFC, and Stirling University AFC are all yet to play.

THIS WEEKENDS FIXTURES ⬇️

FRIDAY NIGHT

Nethercraigs Vrs. AFC Chryston

With both sides showing flashes of quality but struggling for sustained momentum, this contest could hinge on which team manages to impose themselves on the night.

SATURDAY

Knightswood AFC Vrs. Plean Amateurs

Knightswood go into this one as slight favourites. With Plean already under pressure after an opening defeat, Knightswood will see this as a real opportunity to start strong and take control of their group campaign.

Clydebank Red Star Vrs Stirling University

This is shaping up to be a closely contested match, but Stirling University come in as slight favourites. Their organisation and consistency could give them the edge, though Clydebank will be determined to prove a point in their opening fixture.