A couple of flashpoints livened up second-half proceedings, but with thirteen bookings issued between players and coaching staff, the game was all too often punctuated by the referee’s whistle.

We were pleased to complete the loan signing of striker Josh Gentles hours before kick-off today, with the striker able to make his Diamonds debut as a second-half substitute against East Fife.

Extended East Fife preview with Kwame Boateng.

Kwame Boateng says the Diamonds are falling short of their potential and must play to their strengths to defeat East Fife on Saturday.

Match highlights and extended post-match interviews from the KDM Evolution Trophy match against Stirling Albion are now available.

A strong second-half turnaround handed the Binos three KDM points at the Albert Bartlett Stadium as Airdrie failed to capitalise on Liam McLeish’s opener.