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Drumchapel United v Petershill

7pm 9 February  2024 West of Scotland League, Division One Drumchapel United 3 Petershill 4 (att 160) The chance to tick off one of my remaining West of Scotland League grounds on a Friday night was too tempting to miss. However a cold, wet and windswept night wasn't the best time to visit Drumchapel United. Their home ground, an artificial pitch at the Donald Dewar Centre, lacks protection from the elements. There are spectator areas along both touchlines, but it's a basic venue for the seventh level of Scottish football. I believe there are plans for improvements, and they seem to be doing a good job of generating support from the local community. Visitors Petershill were top of the league, but most of those watching were supporting the home team. They'll have left disappointed with the outcome, but must have enjoyed what was a very entertaining game, especially in the second half. All seven goals came after the break. Petershill had looked the more likely to score in a g...