Weekend Football Preview: Tranent, Musselburgh Athletic, and Dunbar United in League Action, Preston Athletic and Ormiston Primrose Seek Cup Progression

Tranent, Musselburgh Athletic, and Dunbar United are all gearing up for league contests this weekend, while Preston Athletic and Ormiston Primrose are looking to make progress in cup competitions. Unfortunately, Haddington Athletic will be sidelined for their upcoming matches.

In the Scottish Lowland Football League, Tranent will be facing off against league champions East Kilbride at Foresters Park. This match is sure to be a tough test for Tranent, as they look to secure a victory against a strong opponent.

Meanwhile, in the East of Scotland Football League, Musselburgh Athletic will be heading to Crossgates Primrose, while Dunbar United will be traveling to Luncarty. Both teams will be looking to secure important wins in their respective divisions.

Preston Athletic will be on the road as they face Whitehill Welfare in the third round of the League Cup, while Ormiston Primrose will have home advantage as they take on St Andrews United in the third round of the King Cup.

One of the most anticipated matches of the weekend will see former Preston Athletic manager Jack Lynch welcoming his old club to Midlothian for a League Cup clash. Both teams are locked in mid-table in the First Division and will be eager to secure a win and progress to the next round of the competition.

With a mix of league and cup matches on the agenda, it promises to be an exciting weekend of football for these East Lothian and Midlothian clubs. Fans can expect some thrilling encounters as the teams battle it out on the pitch for crucial points and cup glory.