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Manager Post Montrose

13/08/22: Link to audio of James McPake’s post match comments

Dunfermline 1 Montrose 0

cinch League One: Chris Hamilton started in place of Paul Allan. Nikolay Todorov (79) 1-0:

Mehmet ready for Montrose

“It is a tricky one to be in, everyone we face will not sit back. They will have a right good go at us to get the three points.”

DAFC v Montrose – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters attending East End Park tomorrow.
Please note Charlie D`s is closed

Manager on Thursday

11/08/22: JMc - “You come across these players and you hear people saying ‘a good player you only need to tell once’ - well that’s true of him.

Season ticket holders open training session announced.

James McPake and the Pars squad will take part in a special free open training session at East End Park next week.

Preview Montrose

cinch League One (home) Saturday 13th August 2022, 3.00pm kick off at East End Park

Mochrie success out of the blocks at Meadowbank

CM: - “We could probably have taken a few more of our chances but for me personally it was a great way to start.

Assistant Manager Post FC Edinburgh

06/08/22 link to audio of Dave MacKay’s post match comments

FC Edinburgh 0 Dunfermline 3

cinch League One: one change Craig Wighton starts in place of Kyle Macdonald. Lewis McCann (14) 0-1: Lewis McCann (41) 0-2: Chris Mochrie (72) 0-3:

Preview FC Edinburgh

cinch League One (away) v FC Edinburgh, Saturday 6th August 2022, kick off 3.00pm at Meadowbank Stadium

Manager’s Friday Update

05/08/22: One player in, one player out on loan

Mochrie joins on loan

Young attacking midfielder joins on loan from Dundee Utd

Kyle stresses no easy games in League One

KMcD:- “I have played most of my football in League One, I feel like I know the league quite well but I don’t think people realise how difficult it is.

FC Edinburgh Away

Information for Dunfermline Athletic fans heading to the capital on Saturday.

First Supporters Groups Meeting of Season 2022/23

Representatives from a number of supporters groups gathered together in the East End Park Boardroom last night in the first of what is scheduled to be five such meetings across the course of the season.

SPFL cinch Reserve Cup Fixtures

Three home, two away games as format and fixtures confirmed for 2022/23

Matty does it on his Todd

“I just heard the fans cheering. Thankfully it`s gone in the net.

Managers post Alloa Athletic

30/07/22: link to audio of James McPake’s and Brian Rice’s post match comments

Dunfermline 1 Alloa Athletic 0

cinch League One: Joe Chalmers, Kyle Macdonald start in place of Craig Wighton and Chris Hamilton. Matty Todd (73) 1-0:

Preview Alloa Athletic

cinch League One (home) v Alloa Athletic, Saturday 30th July 2022 kick 3.00pm at East End Park

Supporters can be our twelfth man

29/07/22: JMc - “If you can show them real heart and real desire then this crowd will get behind us and they will help us this season.”

New Academy Structure Announced

Following the re-establishment of its own Academy at the beginning of 2022, DAFC are pleased to announce a revised management structure to take the Academy forward.

DAFC v Alloa Athletic – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters attending East End Park on Saturday

Manager on Thursday

28/07/22: JMc - “Alloa are back here and it’s an opportunity to put it right at the start of our league campaign which now becomes our full focus until the Scottish Cup comes around.”

Kyle looking for buzz from Wasps game

KB:- “If we can go out on Saturday and get three points it`ll give everyone that extra buzz kicking on for the season.

Chairman signals club back on track

26/07/22: Chairman thanks fans for season ticket boost and gives update on positive changes that have happened during the summer

Walking Down the Halbeath Road

A new play focusing on a year in the lives of a family from the Abbeyview Estate during season 1995/96

Max Little First Interview

Towering Londoner hopes to earn his keep in the north

Elation and Frustration for Hamilton

CH - “I never scored any last season so to get a goal so early on is a proud moment especially here at East End Park with my family in the stand.”

Managers Post Alloa Athletic

23/07/22: Link to audio of both James McPake and Brian Rice’s post match comments

Dunfermline 1 Alloa Athletic 1

Group C Premier Sports Cup: same again starting eleven. Chris Hamilton (20) 1-0: Conor Sammon (59) 1-1: Alloa won 5-4 on penalties

Preview Alloa Athletic

Premier Sports Cup (home) Saturday 23rd July 2022, 3.00pm kick off at East End Park

New signing at East End Park

A Little addition to the squad

Kevin warns of sticky opponents

“Every game against Alloa is difficult because they have got good players, even though they are part time they have players who could play full time.

DAFC v Alloa Athletic – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters ahead of Saturday’s Premier Sports Cup match against Alloa Athletic at East End Park.

Manager on Thursday

21/07/22: JM - “I am looking forward to the first Saturday game out there as the manager of this football club. Hopefully it is a good day and ends well.”

Jimmy Morton Medal: 16th Royal Scots (McCrae`s Battalion)

The Heritage Trust bring important medal to East End Park

Lewis is loving it

“It will be a different type of football than there was last season. I’m enjoying myself this season.”

Broxburn’s Beagley has boots to fill

“I have enjoyed coming on in games. With fans watching there is more pressure but I enjoy it and I think it makes me play better

2022 Golf Day

Join us at the Dunfermline Athletic Golf Day 2022, Sponsored by Specialist Cars Volkswagen and in associated with The Pars Supporters Trust, The 1885 Dunfermline Athletic Business Club and The Centenary Club Lifeline.

Comrie takes positives from away day

“We were very unlucky, on another day I think we would have scored a couple, it just wasn’t to be.

Managers post Ross County

16/07/22: Link to audio of both managers post match comments.

Ross County 1 Dunfermline 0

Premier Sports Cup: Craig Wighton starts in place of Kyle Macdonald. Jordy Hiwula (64) 1-0

Preview Ross County

Premier Sports Cup (away) v Ross County, Saturday 16th July 2022, kick off 3.00pm at the Global Energy Stadium.

Hospitality now on sale for Season 2022/23

Join us in the Purvis Suite to enjoy hospitality at East End Park

Tody aims to make his own stamp

Dunfermline youths showing great talent, working hard on the training field and doing well when given their chance.

Season Ticket Finance Options Available

Spread the cost of you season ticket for us up 10 months.

Manager on Thursday

14/07/22: JM - “We have got to have belief, we have got to have pride in what we are doing.

Deniz ready to repay faith placed in him

“It was just a matter of getting over it, and it`s a completely different feel this season.”

Wins more important than who scores

Nikolay Todorov- “As long as we win, I don`t care who puts the ball in!”

In house stewards required

Dunfermline Athletic are looking to recruit in house stewards for games at East End Park this coming season.

Manager Post Buckie Thistle

12/07/22: Link to audio of James McPake`s post match comments

Dunfermline 5 Buckie Thistle 0

Premier Sports Cup: Paul Allan and Kyle Macdonald start in place of Joe Chalmers and Craig Wighton. Rhys Breen (19) 1-0: Lewis McCann (51) 2-0: Nikolay Todorov (63) 3-0: Nikolay Todorov (79) 4-0: Josh Edwards (83) 5-0:

DAFC v Buckie Thistle – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters ahead of tonight`s Premier Sports Cup match against Buckie Thistle at East End Park.

Preview Buckie Thistle

Premier Sports Cup (home), Tuesday 12th July 2022, kick off 7.45pm at East End Park

Bar and Waiting staff required at East End Park

Staff required to cover match days & functions at East End Park.

Pars ready to grasp another Thistle

11/07/22: JMc: - “Everything was geared towards last Saturday, we got through that test and now we are up against another decent team.

Hamilton hoping for happy home start

The lifelong Pars fan who is looking forward to his home debut for his hometown team

Lewis looking for milestone hattrick

“Once you get two, all you are thinking about is ‘can I get the match ball’. It is not a milestone that I have yet hit in my career and I want to get it soon enough.”

Managers post East Fife

09/07/22: link to audio of James McPake and Stevie Crawford’s post match comments

East Fife 0 Dunfermline 2

Premier Sports Cup: Lewis McCann (67) 0-1: Lewis McCann (83 pen.) 0-2

Following in the gloves of Great Grandfather

It is not just Andrew Tod who has family history with Dunfermline Athletic

Preview East Fife

Premier Sports Cup (away) v East Fife, Saturday 9th July 2022, kick off 3.00pm at Bayview Stadium.

Kyle believes quality will shine through

“It has been one of my hardest pre seasons since I have been in football. I thought that it got easier but it doesn’t!

Manager on Thursday

07/07/22: JMc - “We know that they will be up for it, but so will we.

Pars in positive place

Craig Wighton reveals his pleasure at being back at East End Park.

Manager post Kilmarnock

Link to audio of James McPake’s post match comments

Dunfermline 0 Kilmarnock 1

Pre Season Friendly: Dan Armstrong (24) 0-1:

Preview Kilmarnock

Pre season friendly (home) Tuesday 5th July 2022, kick off 7.30pm at East End Park

DAFC v Kilmarnock – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters ahead of tonight`s friendly match against Kilmarnock at East End Park.

Young man knows what he wants to be

“Just watching from the stand I imagined myself coming on so for that to actually happen would be brilliant.”

Andrew Tod II

“My dad had a massive career in football, it might take me a long time but hopefully I can build a reputation as Tod Junior.

The new Rhys Breen

“I have come back to give myself the opportunity to get myself into the squad, I am fit and I am feeling brilliant since I have come back.”

Manager on Thursday

30/06/22: JMcP - “I know I say this every week, but we`re working extremely hard to recruit.

Goals on Matty’s agenda

“It is always nice to score and it is something that I want to add into my game this season.

Away Kit Launch| Built on These Foundations

Dunfermline Athletic Football Club are delighted to reveal the 2022/23 away shirt produced by technical sponsor Joma.

Manager post Forfar

28/06/22: Link to audio of James McPake`s post match comments

Forfar Athletic 0 Dunfermline 6

Pre Season Friendly: Kevin O`Hara (16) 0-1; Lewis McCann (26) 0-2: Matty Todd (40) 0-3; Kevin O`Hara (57) 0-4: Miller Fenton (76) 0-5: Nikolay Todorov (86) 0-6.

Preview Forfar Athletic

Pre Season Friendly (away) 7.30pm v Forfar Athletic, kick off at Station Park.

McPake and Wighton re-united

“If we can get the best out of Craig Wighton then we have a very talented player at this football club.”

Home Kit Launch | Built on these Foundations

Dunfermline Athletic Football Club are delighted to reveal our home shirt for season 2022/23 produced by our technical sponsor Joma.

Lewis shaping up for new season

“I do my part, but it’s my job to take hits and get the team up the field.

Manager Post Cove Rangers

25/06/22: Link to audio of James McPake’s post match thoughts

Cove Rangers 0 Dunfermline 2

Pre Season Friendly: Stuart McKenzie Testimonial, Lewis McCann (32) 0-1: Kevin O’Hara (80) 0-2:

Preview Cove Rangers

Pre Season Friendly (away) v Cove Rangers Saturday 25th June 2022, kick off 1.00pm at the Balmoral Stadium

Manager on Friday

24/06/22: JMc - “We have a batch of young players that we believe we can help because the groundwork has been done but we need to now help turn them into first team players.

Challenging times and a fresh start

DM - “We have to make sure that what we put on the pitch is a representation of Dunfermline, a team that’s young, hungry, energetic and just try to win games again.

Mackay joins McPake

Dunfermline Athletic Football Club are delighted to welcome Dave Mackay to East End Park as James McPake names his assistant.

Cove Rangers Tickets

How to purchase tickets for Saturday`s first friendly.

Academy is crucial going forward

When James met Jim the new manager gave a run down on his route to the East End Park chair

Pre Season Friendlies

Full pre season schedule announced as James McPake and his squad gear up for Season 2022/23.

No Easy Fixtures

17/06/22: JMc - “You have to work harder than your opponents on the day to get success in football. Nothing comes easy.”

League Fixtures released

League season 2022-2023 will kick off with a home match against Alloa Athletic.

Nothing will compare with playing for Pars

“If I can come here and be part of some success then that would mean a lot to me.

Supporters Meeting

Find out what`s happening in and around DAFC on Wednesday 22nd June.
Event now sold out - Waiting list open

Pre Season Day 2 Update – Rosyth and new Goalkeeping Coach

The Dunfermline Athletic squad returned to grass this morning as pre-season training intensified.

Benedictus leadership quality stands out

JMcP - “It makes me feel good that he wants to come here and play his football for Dunfermline Athletic in front of these fans.

Five New Young Recruits

Dunfermline Athletic are delighted to welcome five new young recruits to East End Park.

Gaffer after signings and excitement

09/06/22:- “I`ve played against them, I`ve managed against them, I know what that crowd can do.

Hamilton Comes Home

Young midfielder signs on at East End Park

Kyle up for a new challenge

Being a wanted man attracted 30 year old centre back to McPake’s Pars

Kyle Benedictus signs for Dunfermline

James McPake makes his first signing

Pre Season Friendly agreed

Pars will take a trip to the Balmoral Stadium

Playing Squad Update

All the best to the players leaving East End Park

Premier Sports Cup draw

Dunfermline drawn in group with Ross County, Alloa Athletic, East Fife and Buckie Thistle
Group C fixtures have been confirmed

Manager respects opening cup competition

26/05/22: JMc - “We can promise that these games won’t be viewed as pre season friendlies or add ons to your pre season.

James McPake’s First Interview

25/05/22: JMc - “I will utilise anybody that I believe will help Dunfermline Athletic Football Club.

First Team Manager appointed

Dunfermline Athletic Football Club are delighted to announce the appointment of James McPake as First Team Manager.

Premier Sports Cup Seedings

Dunfermline in Pot 2 for Wednesday’s Premier Sports Cup draw. Watch live on Premier Sports via their FreeSports channel.

Athletic in the City

Dunfermline Athletic Football Club is delighted to hear the news that Dunfermline has been awarded City status.

New manager search underway

Following the recent news of John Hughes’ departure, Club Chairman and CEO – David Cook - was keen to update fans further around the new manager search.

John Hughes Leaves East End Park

Dunfermline Athletic Football Club would like to advise that First Team Manager, John Hughes has intimated to the DAFC Board his wish to stand down from his position.

Steven Whittaker

First team coach departs East End Park.

Club Announcement

The DAFC Board: - David Cook, Billy Braisby, Bob Garmory, Ian Hunter, Drew Main, Thomas Meggle and Nicholas Teller

Total Devastation at Demotion

“Nobody ever likes losing a game and nobody likes going down at the end of the season.

Managers post Queens Park

07/05/22: link to audio of both John Hughes and John Potter’s post match thoughts

Dunfermline 0 Queens Park 1

cinch Championship play-off semi-final, 2nd leg: Martin in for Edwards. Simon Murray (89) 0-1

Preview Queens Park Second Leg

cinch Championship play-off semi-final, 2nd leg (home) v Queen`s Park, Saturday 7th May, kick-off 3.00pm at East End Park

Not the time for Ryan’s season to be Dowsed

Ryan Dow:- “Wednesday was a difficult, hard fought match from both teams so Saturday will also be difficult but hopefully it will suit us a lot better back on our home surface.

DAFC v Queens Park – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters ahead of tomorrow`s match against Queens Park at East End Park.

End Of A Young Pars Era

After 27 years as volunteers organising and running The Young Pars, Christine Scott, Helen Beard and Jean Nelson have taken the decision to stand down at the end of the season.

Managers post Queen’s Park

Link to audio of both managers post match comments

Queens Park 0 Dunfermline 0

cinch Championship semi final play off: Graham Dorrans and Ryan Dow start in place of Dan Pybus and Dom Thomas

Preview Queens Park First Leg

cinch Championship play-off semi-final, 1st leg (away) v Queen’s Park, Wednesday 4th May, kick off 7.45pm at Firhill

No stroll in the park warning

Josh Edwards: “I’m more than confident that the boys can pull together and we can get the job done.”

DAFC 2022 AGM

The 2022 AGM of DAFC will be held at East End Park on Thursday 19 May 2022 at 7.10 p.m.

Manager on Tuesday

03/05/22: JH - “I just feel there`s a good vibe and a good energy in amongst it. We need to take that into the game on Wednesday."

Morecambe Bay Walk for DADSC

John Simpson raising funds for the Dunfermline Athletic Disabled Supporters` Club

Get yourself grounded, respect your opponent

JH - “The fans would not have been any more disappointed and frustrated and angered than myself. Especially after what I saw in the first-half.

Updated Pricing for Queens Park

Update for the match against Queens Park on Saturday

Inexcusable and miles off it

Coll Donaldson- “We need to tackle this head on. There’s no hiding place.”

Managers Post Queen of the South

Link to audio of both managers post match comments

Dunfermline 1 Queen of the South 2

cinch Championship: five changes as Todd, Donaldson, Thomas, Polworth and O’Hara return. Josh Edwards (6) 1-0: Joe Chalmers o.g. (51) 1-1: Darragh O’Connor (71) 1-2:

Preview Queen of the South

cinch Championship (home) v Queen of the South, Friday 29th April 2022, kick off 7.45pm

Centenary Club Lifeline Player of the Year Winners

The votes have been counted and we have our Centenary Club Lifeline Player of the Year Winners.

Manager on Thursday

28/04/22: JH - “Let`s make sure we go and finish it and, with a little bit of luck on Friday, it goes our way."

DAFC v Queen of the South – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters attending East End Park on Friday night.

Pressure is on Ayr too

Rhys Breen:- “It adds a bit of pressure on to Ayr as well, they have something to play for so all we can do is focus on ourselves and this game on Friday is vital for us to win.

No Easy Opponents

“We were disappointed with the result on Saturday. Coming into the game on Friday we knew it could`ve been in our own hands.

Dunfermline’s fighting chance

John Hughes hopes to have selection problems for Friday night’s match.

Pars left in need of a turn

“We need to take every advantage we can get, take it into the game and hope for the best result.”

Managers post Partick

23/04/22: links to audio of the post match comments of John Hughes and Ian McCall.

Partick Thistle 1 Dunfermline 0

cinch Championship: five changes as Aaron Comrie, Leon Jones, Rhys Breen, Nikolay Todorov and Lewis McCann start. Ross Docherty (15) 1-0:

Preview Partick Thistle

cinch Championship (away) v Partick Thistle, Saturday 23rd April 2022, kick off 3.00pm at Firhill Stadium

Todorov ready to grasp the Thistle

NT: “It was a really good feeling to score in front of our fans. It was a really important goal for the team.”

Manager on Thursday

21/04/22: JH - “The Partick game on Saturday is a game that we`re looking forward to, but we have to embrace the magnitude and the pressure, and you have to use that as your fuel.

Keep Calm Do Your Thing

Matty Todd - “We recognised the situation that we were in and we had to go and win that second half.”

VAR positive move for Scottish football

John Hughes:- “Anything that helps Scottish football and helps the referees is good.

Young Pars Penalty Kick Final

The final of the 2020 competition was postponed due to Covid and eventually was held on Saturday 16th April 2022 at half time in the home match against Ayr United..

From Spills to Thrills

“I scored one here when I was at Thistle and this one was a little bit closer and the wall was huge.

Managers Post Ayr United

16/04/22: link to audio of both managers’ post match comments

Dunfermline 2 Ayr United 1

cinch Championship: Liam Polworth returns, Ryan Dow on the bench. Aaron Muirhead (35 pen.) 0-1: Reece Cole (79) 1-1: Nikolay Todorov (86) 2-1:

Preview Ayr United

cinch Championship (home) v Ayr United, Saturday 16th April 2022, kick off 3.00pm at East End Park

Papa John`s `Sign for your club`

Pars fan picked as Papa John`s winner

Lawless up for Ayr

“It’s massive for us, so we need to be at it from the get-go.

Manager on Thursday

14/04/22: JH - “We have to try and concentrate on the performance and entertain our fans by getting forward on the front foot, taking the game to the opposition.

Home win essential

Coll Donaldson: - "I don`t want to be part of a Dunfermline team that goes down to League One.

Pars wait for Dorrans

“Graham won’t be ready for this week but hopefully he will for the last couple of games. I’m really hoping for that …..

Stellar show from Stolarczyk

“In the position that we are in, we need points more than performances ….

Managers Post Kilmarnock

Link to audio of both managers post match comments

Kilmarnock 2 Dunfermline 0

cinch Championship: Ryan Dow starts in place of Liam Polworth. Kyle Lafferty (26) 1-0: Oli Shaw (76) 2-0:

Preview Kilmarnock

cinch Championship (away) v Kilmarnock, Saturday 9th April 2022, kick off 3.00pm at the BBSP Rugby Park Stadium.

Kevin is catalyst and converter

“I will take it and the three points are all that matters to the boys.”

Join us for The Run In – 2 Match Ticket Bundle available

With only 2 home matches remaining at East End Park, why not take advantage of our 2 match ticket bundles and save up to £5.

Manager on Thursday

07/04/22: JH - “They are going for the league, we are trying to win games to stay in the league, all the ingredients are there for a cracker.”

Managers post Raith Rovers

06/04/22: Link to audio of both managers post match comments

Dunfermline 2 Raith Rovers 0

cinch Championship: one change as Jakub Stolarczyk returns from international call up. Kevin O’Hara (34) 1-0: Kevin O’Hara (79) 2-0:

Fans owed derby success

DP:- “The two teams are evenly matched, we both want to play football and we know that we need to be right at it with a high intensity

Preview Raith Rovers

cinch Championship: (home) v Raith Rovers, Wednesday 6th April 2022 kick off 7.45pm at East End Park

DAFC v Raith Rovers – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters attending East End Park on Wednesday night.

Manager on Monday

04/04/22: JH - “Sustain that over the ninety minutes, and from now until the end of the season then I am optimistic that we can win enough games to stay in the league.”

Bobby ready to dazzle

“I feel good, I feel that I can add something to the team whenever I’m needed. I feel ready to go ….

Time to make experience tell

Joe Chalmers - “Career experiences can be used to help those who maybe haven’t been in these kind of situations before.

Manager Midweek Catch Up

30/03/22: John Hughes spoke to Jordan Burt of PARStv

Todd faces long ten days

“I thought in the second half we were slightly better but it is still a disappointing performance from everyone.

Managers Post Inverness

26/03/22: Link to audio of both managers post match comments

Inverness CT 2 Dunfermline 0

cinch Championship: Dunfermline unchanged from midweek match v Partick Thistle. Reece McAlear (58) 1-0: Austin Samuels (77) 2-0:

Preview Inverness CT

cinch Championship: (away) Saturday 26th March 2022 v Inverness Caledonian Thistle, 3.00pm kick off at the Caledonian Stadium

Golly Josh a Goal

“The longer we can keep it up, the more points we’ll pick up and we’ll get ourselves out of this predicament that we’ve got ourselves into.

Inverness Ticket Information

Key details ahead of Saturday`s away match in the Highlands.

Man of the Match ready for next Thistle

“We got a good result up there last time so we hope to do that again”

Managers Post Partick

22/03/22: link to audio of both John Hughes and Ian McCall’s post match comments

Dunfermline 4 Partick Thistle 1

cinch Championship: Mehmet in for Stolarczyk. Ross Docherty (5) 0-1: Lewis Mayo og (10) 1-1: Matty Todd (22) 2-1: Josh Edwards (27) 3-1: Dom Thomas (82) 4-1:

Dunfermline Athletic Football Club Charity Partner Samaritans of Dunfermline

Dunfermline Athletic FC are pleased to welcome Samaritans of Dunfermline, the club’s Charity Partner, to East End Park for tonight`s cinch Championship match with Partick Thistle.

Preview Partick Thistle

cinch Championship (home) v Partick Thistle, Tuesday 22nd March 2022, kick off 7.05pm.

Lawless confident for three points

“It will be a different type of game I reckon but it will maybe leave a bit more space for the attacking players to go out there and express themselves.”

Pleasure and Pain of Pars Goalscorer

“Even after the goal, I thought we could have won the game.

Managers post Morton

18/03/22: link to audio of both managers post match comments

Dunfermline 1 Morton 1

cinch Championship: Matty Todd and Dom Thomas start as Aaron Comrie and Ryan Dow drop to the bench. Iain Wilson (42) 0-1: Lewis McCann (88) 1-1:

Preview Morton

cinch Championship (home) v Morton, Friday 18th March 2022, kick off 7.45pm at East End Park

No Time to Die for Pars 007

Kevin O’Hara:- “We need to try and kill the game off when we get these chances while keep the chances out at the other end as well.”

Manager on Thursday

17/03/22: JH:- “We need to take one game at a time, we want to perform for ninety minutes and if we do that then I think that is good enough to win the football match.

Pars Support Ukraine

Special warm up t-shirt raising money for the Disasters Emergency Committee

Centre for Access to Football

Supporting CAFE in their 10th annual Week of Action

Jackie Williamson 6 September 1932 – 3 March 2022

It is with great sadness that the club can inform our fans of the passing of one of Dunfermline’s Cup-winning legends from 1961, Jackie Williamson.

Comeback from injury closer

JH - “Bobby has a part to play and we hope to get him back up here in the next couple of days.”

Edwards points the way forward

“We need to pick ourselves up for two huge games coming up at home. We really have to take maximum points from those two games.

Managers Post Hamilton

12/03/22: link to audio of both managers post match comments

Hamilton Academical 2 Dunfermline 2

cinch Championship: Polworth starts in place of Dorrans. Coll Donaldson (5) 0-1: David Moyo (25) 1-1: Steven Lawless (52 pen.) 1-2: David Moyo (77) 2-2:

Preview Hamilton Academical

cinch Championship (away) v Hamilton, Saturday 12th March 2022, kick off 3.00pm at New Douglas Park

Alan Hunter, 1949-2022

Dunfermline Athletic Football Club were saddened to hear the news of the death of lifelong Pars fan Alan Hunter.

Manager on Thursday

10/03/22: “No matter the pressure it brings, we need to be up for the game and I expect Hamilton will be right up for it too.

Coll to battle

“I’d rather play rubbish and win the game to be honest.”

Hughes hopes to avoid keeper crisis

JH - “First and foremost, the call-up tells you how talented a goalkeeper Jakub is, to be round about that international set-up.

New date for Fife Derby

cinch Championship: Raith Rovers will now come to East End Park on the first Wednesday in April

Manager post Arbroath

05/03/22: link to post match comments from John Hughes

Arbroath 1 Dunfermline 0

cinch Championship: Aaron Comrie and Kevin O’Hara start in place of Matty Todd and Lewis McCann. David Gold (9) 1-0

Preview Arbroath

cinch Championship (away) v Arbroath, Saturday 5th March 2022, kick off 3.00pm at Gayfield Park

Dan desperate for result over Arbroath

“We are defending well at the minute, we have not been conceding many goals but it is just about taking our chances when we get them.

Manager on Thursday

03/03/22: JH - “This club will need a lot of heroes between now and the end of the season

Arbroath vs Dunfermline Athletic – Tickets on Sale

We travel to Gayfield on Saturday as we enter the final quarter of the season.

Hospitality at East End Park

Join us in Hospitality for our next two home matches in March.

Hamilton v DAFC - Ticket Information

Ticket information for DAFC supporters traveling to Hamilton.

Fond farewell for Fonners

“He got a standing ovation, a round of applause, and you could see the emotion in Fonners.

New Goalie Coach arrives

Replacement for Owain Fôn Williams who was released this week,

Circle of Comfort quiz night

Charity Quiz night in the Rennie Lounge

Liam Polworth First Interview

“Hopefully I can bring a hunger into the team and help turn the results around.”

Polworth joins on loan

The experienced midfielder joins on loan from Kilmarnock until the end of the season.

Owain Fon Williams

The Welsh goalkeeper departs East End Park with our best wishes.

Shut out gloss for full back Matt

“Considering I was out of position I felt I did well and to the best of my ability

Managers post Kilmarnock

26/02/22: Link to audio of both managers post match interviews

Dunfermline 0 Kilmarnock 0

cinch Championship: Dan Pybus and Matthew Todd start in place of Aaron Comrie and Reece Cole.

Preview Kilmarnock

cinch Championship (home) v Kilmarnock, Saturday 26th February 2022, kick off 3.00pm

DAFC v Kilmarnock – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters ahead of Saturday`s match against Kilmarnock at East End Park.

Manager on Thursday

24/02/22: JH - “You need to be committed, you need to be competitive and you need to do it for your club.

Dow delighted to be back home

“We need to perform on Saturday and put in a string of results and a string of performances for a long period of the game.”

Pars United CIC 2021 Accounts

PUCIC accounts for the year ended 31 May 2021 have been published.

Pars United CIC 2021 Accounts

PUCIC accounts for the year ended 31 May 2021 have been published.

Connection with Community massive

“It was just emphasising what he feels Dunfermline’s all about, and we’re all on that same page.”

Hughes grateful for Alloa

Pars boss congratulates new manager at Alloa Athletic

Doug Baillie (27.01.37 - 19.02.22)

It is with sadness that the club learned of the death after illness of former player Doug Baillie at his home in Hamilton at the age of 85. Our condolences are extended to Doug’s family.

DAFC 2021 Accounts

The Club’s accounts for the year ended 31 May 2021 have now been published.

DAFC v Partick Thistle - Match Off

The referee has confirmed tonight`s match against Partick Thistle has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.

DAFC 2021 Accounts

The Club’s accounts for the year ended 31 May 2021 have now been published.

Manager on Thursday

17/02/22: JH - “At home you have your home support and they’ve played a massive part since I’ve come in, they’ve been vocal, they’ve been supportive and it’s up to us to try and reward them.

Not all sunshine and rainbows

“It`s more of a learning curve that you`re taking, and it`s a steep one as well. I`ve just got to get on with it but I feel like I`m starting to get used to it,

Striking Similarities

John Hughes draws parallels with his signing at Ross County in last year’s transfer window

Points are Paramount

SL - “When you get yourself in a winning position you want to take all three points

Kilmarnock 2 Dunfermline 1

cinch Championship: Efe Ambrose and Reece Cole start in place of Lewis Martin and Dan Pybus. Steven Lawless penalty miss (24). Steven Lawless (59) 0-1: Kyle Lafferty (67) 1-1: Kyle Lafferty (83) 2-1:

Preview Kilmarnock

cinch Championship (away) v Kilmarnock, Saturday 12th February 2022 at Rugby Park, kick off 3.00pm

Managers post Kilmarnock

12/02/22: Link to audio of both managers post match comments

Josh fancies Rugby Park chances

“We have had a couple of close games with them and I fancy us to go there and do a job on them.”

New CEO brings fresh energy and professionalism to the club

“That really special togetherness at Dunfermline is something we must never drift away from.”

Manager on Thursday

10/02/22: JH - “Always a difficult place to go, Kilmarnock, at the best of times and, Derek`s recruited really well so I’m looking forward to it.”

Board Statement 10/02/2022

David Cook Appointed as CEO

Football Future for Fan Fenton

From drumming up fame to playing the game

Gala Day success for Dom

“It`s a great part of the season to get Dom back in there and challenging for that first team spot.”

New Contract for Miller Fenton

Miller signs up until 2024

Efe confident gaffer can lead Pars out of trouble

“I believe, soon, things will click and everyone who plays against Dunfermline are going to know they are playing a good team who can play, who can pass and can move the ball around.”

Goal of the Month .. so far

“I don’t think you will get any worse days than this for a game of football.

Managers post Ayr United

05/02/22: link to audio of both managers post match comments

Ayr United 1 Dunfermline 1

cinch Championship: Jakub Stolarczyk started for his Dunfermline debut. Coll Donaldson (10) 0-1: Lewis Martin o.g. (17) 1-1:

Preview Ayr United

cinch Championship (away) v Ayr United, Saturday 5th February 2022, kick off 3.00pm at East End Park

Efe Ambrose arrives on loan

John Hughes delighted to finally get his man in on loan until the end of the season.

Chalmers ready and up for Ayr return

“He has instilled confidence in me and he trusts me to get on the ball, that makes my life a bit easier.

Manager on Thursday

03/02/22: JH - “I am seeing a good spirit but winning does that. Winning brings a spirit and a confidence so long may it continue.

Ready for business end of season

“I think that we have done good business, the players that we have brought to the club have settled in well but we are under no illusions that we are in a real dog fight.

Jakub Stolarczyk first interview

JS - “ I want that physical challenge. I want to prove to people I can deal with the pressure.

Pars sign Polish u21 goalkeeper on loan from Leicester City

Jakub Stolarczyk on loan until the end of the season

Results suggest team is getting there

“The gaffer came in not long ago, he is bringing new players in, bringing in a new philosophy and a new style of play. It is something that needs to be built on and it takes time.

Player Update

Iain Wilson departs East End Park

Managers post Queen of the South

29/01/22: Links to audio of both managers post match comments

Queen of the South 0 Dunfermline 2

cinch Championship: Graham Dorrans and Joe Chalmers start, Paul Allan and Matty Todd drop out. Graham Dorrans (20) 0-1: Dan Pybus (28) 0-2:

Preview Queen of the South

cinch Championship, Saturday 29th January 2022, kick off 3.00pm at Palmerston Park

Bobby Kamwa first interview

BK - “I’m trying to do the best I can, but at the same time I want to help this club as well, because it’s given me a platform.

Bobby Kamwa comes to Dunfermline

21 year old Leeds United loanee arrives at East End Park

Manager on Thursday

27/01/21: JH - “The 3-3 game was a fantastic game. If it is like that then we are in for a cracking match.

Ready with a little help from my friend

Reece Cole: - “Whatever I can do to help the team, whether on the training pitch or on a match day, I’m there and I’m ready.”

Chalmers and Hughes United

“I remember that as a style of football that would suit me but by the time I went to Inverness I had missed the manager

Supporters information v Queen of the South

Queen of the South have provided the following information ahead of Saturday`s trip to Dumfries.

One in, trialing more

JH - “See the impact that Lawless and Donaldson have had, if we can get another one or two in of that ilk then I am quite sure that they will be happy.”

Joe Chalmers joins Dunfermline

Experienced midfielder signs an 18 month contract at East End Park

Kyle Macdonald goes out on loan

A return for 22 year old defender to the Excelsior Stadium on loan

Lawless spot on for Pars

“I find it easier than practicing penalties in training where you do not have the pressure and I have a good routine going that hopefully will continue.”

Managers post Inverness CT

22/01/22: link to audio of both managers post match comments

Dunfermline 1 Inverness CT 1

cinch Championship: Lewis Martin starts in place of Mark Connolly: Shane Sutherland (39) 0-1: Steven Lawless (80 pen.) 1-1:

Preview Inverness CT

cinch Championship (home) v Inverness Caledonian Thistle, Saturday 22nd January 2022, kick off 3.00pm at East End Park

From five lows to high fives

“When the final whistle went last weekend, it was just like a relief to pick up a huge three points.

Manager on Thursday

20/01/22: JH - “Inverness will not be coming here in any shape or form to play as underdogs. They will fancy their chances coming here to win the game.

Matt’s new contract adds gloss

“I am just absolutely delighted that the manager, and the coaching staff have all kept their faith in me, and allowed me to kick on to show what I can do on the pitch.”

DAFC v Inverness CT – Supporters Information

Key information for supporters attending East End Park on Saturday.
In line with recent Scottish Government guidance, we will be checking Covid-19 certification at this match. Full details can be found below.

Lifeblood of club important for Yogi

John Hughes: - “It’s a challenge we’re up for and hopefully someone can step into the void - or we bring someone in.”

Shaun Niven

Chairman Ross McArthur on the passing of Shaun Niven

Matty Todd signs contract extension

Matty Todd has been an ever present in John Hughes starting elevens and he has been rewarded with a new contract until May 2024.

Pars Big Yin bows out on a high

Connolly marks what is likely to be his last Dunfermline appearance with a win, a clean sheet and three precious points.

Managers post Hamilton

15/01/22: link to audio of both managers post match comments

Dunfermline 1 Hamilton Academical 0

cinch Championship: Mark Connolly starts in place of Lewis Martin. Ryan Dow (31) 1-0:

Preview Hamilton Academical

cinch Championship (home) Saturday 15th January 2022, kick off 3.00pm at East End Park

Craig Wighton goes out on loan

Pars striker joins Arbroath on loan.

Hospitality arrangements v Inverness

With restrictions still in place for Hospitality settings Dunfermline Athletic can confirm the arrangements in place for Saturday`s match against Inverness.

Manager on Thursday

13/01/22: JH - “If you want to stay in this league, you have to get results and if it is an ugly one then I will take it.”

Paul Allan extends contract

The club is delighted to announce that Paul Allan has committed himself to Dunfermline Athletic until May 2024.

Comrie claims Pars need to halt common theme

“We are just not giving ourselves an opportunity in the game. I can’t remember the last time we scored the first goal in a game

Ernie Jeram

Everyone at Dunfermline Athletic was saddened to hear the passing of Ernie Jeram.

Happy Returns

John Hughes welcomes back key players for this week and equally important fans from next week

Board Statement 11/01/2022

Revised investment in Dunfermline Athletic FC by DAFC Fussball GmbH

Battle cry from Steven Lawless

“Show grit or it will be a long season. Hopefully this is the wake up call that we needed.”

Managers post Morton

08/01/22: link to audio of both managers post match comments

Morton 5 Dunfermline 0

cinch Championship: Lewis Martin and Coll Donaldson start. Gary Oliver (34) 1-0: Cameron Blues (40) 2-0: Gavin Reilly (45) 3-0: Coll Donaldson (og72) 4-0: Robbie Muirhead (79) 5-0:

Preview Morton

cinch Championship (away) v Morton, Saturday 8th January 2022, 3.00pm kick off at Cappielow Park.

Player Update

Kai returns to Rangers

Manager on Thursday

06/01/22: JH - “At times we shoot ourselves in the foot but for me there are so so many positives that makes me optimistic for the remainder of the season.

Mental strength brings Martin back

“It went into both my feet. That`s when my head started to think what`s this? I don`t know what this is.

How to watch Saturday`s Match v Greenock Morton

The Pars in action at Cappielow

Coll confident he can be in contention

“The gaffer is very straight-talking and I like that. He is infectious. He is all-action and wears his heart on his sleeve. He has a good outlook on the game, bags of experience and played in the same position as me.

Lewis McCann contract extended

Striker pens new deal at East End Park.

Ross Graham returns to Dundee United

Ross Graham returns to Tannadice as long spell is terminated

Dan wants to prove he is the man

“The manager has never said I’m not part of the plans, he’s been happy with me and I always come in with the right attitude

Lewis Martin

Following his return to action yesterday #DAFC can confirm that Lewis Martin has agreed a new contract until the end of the season.

Player Update

Vytas returns to Lithuania with our best wishes.

Coll Donaldson arrives on loan

Ross County`s Coll Donaldson has experience of playing for Livingston, Queens Park Rangers, Dundee United, Inverness Caley Thistle

Managers post Raith Rovers

02/01/21: link to audio of John Hughes and John McGlynn’s post match interview

Raith Rovers 0 Dunfermline 0

cinch Championship: Dan Pybus and Steven Lawless start in place of Graham Dorrans and Craig Wighton.

Preview Raith Rovers

cinch Championship (away) v Raith Rovers, Sunday 2nd January 2022, kick off 3.00pm at Stark’s Park

Happy New Year

A Happy New Year to all our fans from the Board, management, staff and players at Dunfermline Athletic Football Club

Club Update

Access details for our upcoming match against Hamilton

In with the new

“My whole focus in coming in here has been on what I know needs done. I am really trying to concentrate on what I have got and get the best out of these guys.

Manager on Thursday

JH:- “If some of the stuff that I’m seeing on the training pitch can be taken on to the pitch to play with that freedom then we could be a right good team.

Inverness Match Postponed

Downpour results in waterlogged pitch

Pars need to do it on the pitch

OFW:- “We’re keeping the ball in certain areas, but we’ve got to move the ball quicker,

Lawless lots to make up for

SL:- “Hopefully I can score a couple of shanks just to make up for that goal.”

Time for presents is over

Graham Dorrans:- “We have to defend better. It is goals that we are conceding too easily.”

Manager talks about first signing

27/12/21: John Hughes delighted to sign Steven Lawless

John Hughes makes first signing

The 30 year old arrives at Dunfermline having already made 381 senior appearances for six different clubs

Managers post Arbroath

26/12/21: Link to audio of John Hughes and Ian Campbell post match comments

Dunfermline 0 Arbroath 3

cinch Championship: same again starting eleven for Pars. Rhys Breen (6og) 0-1: Michael McKenna (45) 0-2: Anton Dowds (81) 0-3:

Good guy v good guy on Boxing Day

“Dick and I always have a smile on our faces and we’re ready to see the funny side of things but speak to Dick about football and he knows what he’s talking about alright.

Preview Arbroath

cinch Championship: Sunday 26th December 2021 (home) v Arbroath, kick off 3.00pm at East End Park

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas from the board, management and playing staff at Dunfermline Athletic

Glad Tidyings

“He needed to get the operation and we wish him a speedy recovery.

Kilmarnock result for Fife Elite

Paul Allan:- “We have always just wanted to get that chance in the first team.

Manager on Thursday

23/12/21: JH - “We are causing our own problems, we are working very hard to try and rectify that.

DAFC Board Statement

Following the First Minister’s announcement on Tuesday afternoon that Scottish football would effectively be supporter free as from Boxing Day, the DAFC Board would like to provide our supporters with an update.

Supporters will be a big miss

22/12/21: JH - “It is frustrating that we will not be playing in front of supporters but we understand that it needs to be done for the better of the country.”

Club Update

An update following yesterday`s announcements.

Fog wipes out Wighton goal

“We had chances and on another day we maybe do take a couple of them.”

Manager Post Kilmarnock

Link to audio of John Hughes post match comments

Kilmarnock v Dunfermline

cinch Championship: Paul Allan and Craig Wighton start, Kyle Macdonald and Kai Kennedy on the bench. Oli Shaw (3 pen.) 1-0: Craig Wighton (20) 1-1:
MATCH ABANDONED after 63 minutes.

Preview Kilmarnock

cinch Championship (away) v Kilmarnock, Saturday 18th December 2021 at Rugby Park, kick off 3.00pm

Aaron Comrie’s changing roles

“The manager is trying to make us impose ourselves more and control games and dominate

A Big Thank You!

A thank you from the staff and directors of DAFC following Saturday`s Dunfermline Foodbank collection.

Manager on Thursday

16/12/21: “Everyday is a chance for you to keep moving your club forward, that’s my motto. Never sit back and rest on your laurels, keep going and that is what I’m saying to the players as well - keep thriving to be the best.”

Willie McSeveney (4 March 1929 – 15 December 2021)

The oldest known former Dunfermline Athletic player,

tribute added

Rhys listening to experience on and off the pitch

Rhys Breen talks about the influence of John Hughes and Mark Connolly

Places up for grabs

Hughes to watch individuals and their performance in closed doors friendly against Livingston.

Kai pushing for progress

“If we’re scoring three we can’t be conceding three. It was a home game and we wanted to win, so we’re disappointed.

Managers post Queen of the South

11/12/21: link to audio of both managers post match comments

Dunfermline 3 Queen of the South 3

cinch Championship: one change Breen in for Gašpuitis. Alex Cooper (3) 0-1: Kai Kennedy (21) 1-1: Lee Connelly (48) 1-2: Mark Connolly (54) 2-2: Innes Cameron (65) 2-3:Lewis McCann (88) 3-3.