Gayfield

Kilmarnock vs Arbroath Tickets - On sale now in the Abbeygate Open until 5pm today! Arbroath supporters can now come down to the Abbeygate to buy their tickets in person. There will be no more sales made online and this is the only way to buy a ticket. We are staying open until 5pm today, and will be open from 10am tomorrow morning.

Arbroath vs Raith Rovers - Team News It’s the same line up from last week as Dale Hilson rejoins the squad following injury as does Derek Gaston who is on the bench. C'mon the Lichties Arbroath 21 - Calum Antell 2 - Jason Thomson 3 - Colin Hamilton 4 - Ricky Little 5 - Thomas O’Brien (c) 6 - Nicky Low 18 - Chris Hamilton 8 - Michael McKenna 19 - Craig Wighton 20 - Jack Hamilton 28 - James Craigen Substitutes 7 - David Gold 9 - Dale Hilson 10 - Gavin Swankie 11 - Bobby Linn 12 - Scott Stewart 15 - Luke Donnelly 16 - Sam Ford 17 - Michael Bakare 1 - Derek Gaston (GK) Raith Rovers 17 - Robbie Thomson 2 - Reghan Tumilty 3 - Liam Dick 7 - Aidan Connolly 8 - Ross Matthews 9 - Jamie Gullan 14 - David McKay 16 - Sam Stanton 18 - Ethan Varian 21 - Sean Mackie 99 - Matej Poplatnik Substitutes 11 - Dario Zanatta 13 - Brad Spencer 22 - Ethan Ross 25 - Aaron Arnott 29 - Greig Young 32 - Lewis Budinauckas (GK) Officials; Referee; Alan Muir Assistant Referee 1; Andy Milne Assistant Referee 2: Paul McAvinue

https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/arbroath-vs-hibernian-supporter-info/ Segregation will be in place for this match. It will be the REVERSE of how it has been all season. Pleasureland Terrace – Hibernian East Terrace Pleasureland side – Hibernian East Terrace Harbour side – Arbroath Harbour end – Arbroath Main Stand A – Hibernian Support B – Hibernian Support C – Hospitality D – Arbroath Subs E – Arbroath Directors F1 – Hibernian Subs and Officials F2 – Arbroath Support G – Arbroath Support H – Media Arbroath Supporters will occupy sections F2 and G of the main stand and the Harbour End of the Stadium and round to the TV Gantry in the East terrace. Please note that section C will be reserved for our supporters who are in Hospitality. Sections F2 and G will be occupied on a first come, first seated basis. Arbroath Supporters will enter via Gates 1 and 2. Gate 2 is on the East Terrace next to the Sea. Hibernian supporters will occupy Section A and B of the Main Stand and the Pleasureland End of the Stadium and part of the East terrace. Hibernian fans will enter via turnstiles 1 to 5. Hibernian fans should be advised that only a small number of stands seats will be available. Sections A and B will be occupied on a first come, first seated basis. There are disabled bays in front of Section A (for Hibernian supporters) and Section H (for Arbroath supporters) which are accessible by ramps parallel to these sections. Ambulant supporters can reserve a space by emailing office@arbroathfc.co.uk Each side of the ground has toilets and a refreshment booth, while there are pie stands in far corners of the East Terrace.

Segregation will be reversed tomorrow Full Details please visit - https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/arbroath-vs-hibernian-supporter-info/

Michael Bakare Arbroath FC are delighted to announce the signing of experienced striker Michael Bakare until the end of the season. 35-year-old Michael who can play as a striker or winger will be known to Scottish Football fans for his stunning goal in the Irn-Bru Cup Final against Ross County when he was playing for Connah’s Quay Nomads. Whilst playing for the Nomads Michael won the Cymru Premier title, Nathaniel MG Cup and the Welsh Cup over 3 seasons scoring 47 goals and with 25 assists in 91 appearances. Bakare was named as the JD Welsh Premier League Player of the Season at the end of the 2018/19 season as voted for by opposing managers in the league. Michael has a wealth of experience having played for Wrexham, Dover, Macclesfield Town, Southport, Tonbridge Angels, Welling, Hereford before a spell in Iceland with Fjölnir before returning to England. We look forward to giving Michael a warm welcome and seeing him in action for the Lichties! C’mon the Lichties

Arbroath vs Hamilton Academical - Supporter Information Tonight we welcome Hamilton Academical to Gayfield in the cinch Scottish Championship for our rearranged fixture. No Vaccine passport checks will take place as this match will have less than 4000 supporters in attendance. There will be no cash gates on match day or for the rest of the season so we must remind supporters to buy their tickets online. Arbroath Supporters can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/match-day-tickets/ Hamilton Academical can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/away-tickets/ Arbroath Supporters will occupy sections A and B of the main stand and will have access to all 3 terraces inside of Gayfield Please note that section C will be reserved for our supporters who are in Hospitality. Sections A and B will be occupied on a first come, first seated basis. Arbroath Supporters will enter via Gates 1, 2 and 3 Hamilton Academical supporters will occupy Section G of the Main Stand, and can enter through Gate 2 There are disabled bays in front of Section A (for Arbroath supporters) and Section H (for Hamilton Academical supporters) which are accessible by ramps parallel to these sections. Ambulant supporters can reserve a space by emailing office@arbroathfc.co.uk Section D of the main stand is for Home Officials, Section E for Away Subs, and F for Away Officials with the Media in Section H. Facilities Each side of the ground has toilets and a refreshment booth, while there are pie stands in far corners of the East Terrace. Parking Supporters can park by Pleasureland, or on the Harbour end of Gayfield at Inchcape Park. Rules Smoking is not permitted in the main stand of Gayfield Park. It should go without saying that No pyrotechnics are allowed inside of Gayfield. We look forward to welcoming a large crowd to Gayfield for what is set to be a cracking match! Thank you and C’mon the Lichties

Arbroath vs Kilmarnock - Supporter Information Tomorrow we welcome Kilmarnock Football Club to Gayfield in the game of the weekend in the Scottish Championship. GATES WILL OPEN AT 6.30PM, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY. No Vaccine passport checks will take place as this match will have less than 4000 supporters in attendance. There will be NO cash gates on match day or for the rest of the season so we must remind supporters to buy their tickets online. Arbroath Supporters can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/match-day-tickets/ Kilmarnock Supporters can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/away-tickets/ Segregation will be in place for this match. Arbroath Supporters will occupy sections A and B of the main stand and the Pleasureland End of the Stadium and up to the TV Gantry in the East terrace. Please note that section C will be reserved for our supporters who are in Hospitality. Sections A and B will be occupied on a first come, first seated basis. Arbroath Supporters will enter via Gates 1 and 2. Please note that from the TV Gantry and part of the East Terrace will not be accessible as it is being used by the BBC Cameras and for the BBC Presenters and Commentators. Kilmarnock supporters will occupy Section G of the Main Stand and the Harbour End of the Stadium and part of the East terrace. Kilmarnock fans will enter via Gate 3. Kilmarnock fans should be advised that only a small number of stands seats will be available. Section G will be occupied on a first come, first seated basis. There are disabled bays in front of Section A (for Arbroath supporters) and Section H (for Kilmarnock supporters) which are accessible by ramps parallel to these sections. Ambulant supporters can reserve a space by emailing office@arbroathfc.co.uk Section D of the main stand is for Home Officials, Section E for Away Subs, and F for Away Officials with the Media in Section H. Facilities Each side of the ground has toilets and a refreshment booth, while there are pie stands in far corners of the East Terrace. Parking Supporters can park by Pleasureland, or on the Harbour end of Gayfield at Inchcape Park. Rules Smoking is not permitted in the main stand of Gayfield Park. It should go without saying that No pyrotechnics are allowed inside of Gayfield. We look forward to welcoming a large crowd to Gayfield for what is set to be a cracking match! Thank you and C’mon the Lichties

Ticket page back up and running - https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/away-tickets/

Hi - Tickets still available, we are just making a slight change to add a new ticket category. The tickets should be back up in the next 20-30 minutes

Arbroath vs Partick Thistle Refunds Just a quick update All tickets purchased are valid for the replay. The new date is still to be announced by the league. Refunds are being processed. All supporters who have emailed (office@arbroathfc.co.uk) for a refund should see it appear in their accounts by 7 working days. Thank you

Arbroath vs Hibernian – Sunday 13th February 2022 – 12.30pm kick off – Tickets now on sale Scottish Cup 5th Round Prices £20 – Adult (Over 18) £14 – Concessions (Over 65, Students, Juvenile, Disabled with Carer – Carer does not need to purchase a ticket) £23 – Parent and Child (U12) £25 – Parent and 2 Children (U12) If you would like to book an ambulant space please email office@arbroathfc.co.uk There will be NO cash gates on match day, so supporters must buy their tickets online. PLEASE NOTE for this match only Arbroath supporters will occupy the Harbour end of Gayfield, whilst Hibernian will occupy the Pleasureland end of Gayfield. With a large crowd expected and after consulting with Police Scotland it was felt reversing the normal segregation arrangement for this match was deemed necessary. Hibernian Supporters can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/away-tickets When you purchase your ticket you will have the option to save it / print it in PDF format right away, but a copy will also be emailed to you. Please check your junk / email folders if you don’t receive your email with your ticket as an attachment within a minute of purchasing it. If you encounter any problems please email office@arbroathfc.co.uk On match day please either have your ticket printed out, or saved on to your phone with your contrast fully up for our scanners to read the code. Thank you

Arbroath vs Hibernian – Sunday 13th February 2022 – 12.30pm kick off – Tickets now on sale We are delighted to announce that tickets for our Scottish Cup 5th round match against Hibernian at Gayfield on Sunday 13th February with a 12.30pm kick off are now on sale. Due to this being a cup match season tickets are not valid for ground entry as the gate is shared with Hibernian. Please also note that because this match is being shown live on BBC One Scotland we are not permitted to stream the game on arbroathfc.tv Scottish Cup 5th Round Prices £20 – Adult (Over 18) £14 – Concessions (Over 65, Students, Juvenile, Disabled with Carer – Carer does not need to purchase a ticket) £23 – Parent and Child (U12) £25 – Parent and 2 Children (U12) If you would like to book an ambulant space please email office@arbroathfc.co.uk There will be NO cash gates on match day, so supporters must buy their tickets online. PLEASE NOTE for this match only Arbroath supporters will occupy the Harbour end of Gayfield, whilst Hibernian will occupy the Pleasureland end of Gayfield. With a large crowd expected and after consulting with Police Scotland it was felt reversing the normal segregation arrangement for this match was deemed necessary. Arbroath Supporters can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/match-day-tickets Hibernian Supporters can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/away-tickets When you purchase your ticket you will have the option to save it / print it in PDF format right away, but a copy will also be emailed to you. Please check your junk / email folders if you don’t receive your email with your ticket as an attachment within a minute of purchasing it. If you encounter any problems please email office@arbroathfc.co.uk On match day please either have your ticket printed out, or saved on to your phone with your contrast fully up for our scanners to read the code. Thank you C’mon the Lichties

Craig Wighton Arbroath today have completed the loan signing of striker Craig Wighton from Dunfermline Athletic until the end of the season. We would like to thank John Hughes and everyone at Dunfermline Athletic for allowing Craig to make the move to Gayfield. Arbroath supporters will have fond memories of Craig from his last loan at Gayfield which sadly was cut short by the Covid Pandemic. Craig had joined Arbroath on loan from Heart of Midlothian and scored the winning goal on his home debut against Partick Thistle before scoring the winning goal at Tannadice just days later in a memorable result for Arbroath. Another goal came against Greenock Morton which looked like we were on for another win until a cruel 95th minute equaliser, but with 3 goals in 5 games Craig showed his quality and skill and led the line brilliantly. We are extremely excited for Craig to get back scoring goals for Arbroath and knowing many of the players and Management team we will give Craig and his family a warm welcome back to Gayfield. Craig will go straight into the squad for tomorrow’s match. C’mon the Lichties

For any supporters wanting to watch Sunday's game it will be live on arbroathfc.tv for £13. It's a live camera operated by a skilled professional, with two co-commentators and pre and post match interviews. All the details can be found on the Arbroath FC website - https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/arbroath-vs-ict-pay-per-view/ Due to many supporters and season ticket holders unable to get in due to the spectator maximum of 500 we are running a test login event on Saturday 1st January from 5pm to 7pm at arbroathfc.tv Season Ticket Holders should use their email address they signed up with their season tickets, and if this is the first time since last season you will be prompted to change your password. All supporters can try this login test tomorrow who are purchasing a stream. There is a live chat box in the bottom right hand corner so if you get stuck you will be able to get immediate help. Given the unfortunate circumstances we are facing right now we just want to make sure everyone who wants to watch has the smoothest possible login and isn't still trying to get in once the game has kicked off. Thank you

Arbroath vs Inverness Caledonian Thistle - Ballot Results The ticket ballot has now been completed and if you have been successful for the Inverness Caledonian Thistle match on Sunday 2nd January you will now have received your e-ticket by email. (Please remember to check your spam folder) If you have been unsuccessful unfortunately you won't have received an email and we can only apologise. With the postponement of the Hamilton Academical match at such short notice we drew a random ballot for the remaining tickets available. This was the fairest way to allow as many of our fans who had entered the ballot the opportunity to attend the game. We appreciate your consideration and understanding and please note all season ticket holders outside of England who are not in attendance can watch the whole match live on Arbroath FC TV. We shall be sending out a reminder on how to watch Arbroath FC TV and doing a test event before Sunday. Details to follow. Thank you and C'mon the Lichties

Just put out an update https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/season-ticket-ballot-update/

We had just sent out the first 100 tickets, then stopped the emails going out when we were made aware of the postponement. That's why some supporters had received an email, and others hadn't. We just put a halt to the remaining emails going out.

Season Ticket Ballot Update Earlier today we began the process to dispatch the tickets for the Hamilton Accies match. The first 100 tickets were dispatched when we were then informed the game was going to be postponed and we halted that process. ALL Supporters who applied for the Hamilton Accies match as their 1st choice were successful as well as a number who applied for it as their second choice. We will soon be emailing ALL supporters who picked the Inverness Caledonian Thistle match as their 1st choice. The team are currently going through the ticketing process and tickets will be dispatched shortly. The remaining tickets will be put to a second ballot for those who missed out on the Hamilton Accies match due to its cancellation as a second choice. We are doing out very best to be fair and transparent and to give all our loyal supporters the chance to cheer on their team under the current restrictions. Many thanks again for your support. C'mon the Lichties

We have been really taken and moved by our supporters who have been in touch or posted here or on social media saying they want someone else to take their place and enter the ballot. Huge acts of kindness and we really do appreciate those gestures. The ticket ballot closes tomorrow at 11am. If you haven't already entered and still plan on doing so, please do it ASAP. If you have had issues with your ST number or not had an email or maybe just bought a new half price season ticket and not got your 13 digit Season ticket number please email office@arbroathfc.co.uk ASAP. The emails will be checked early tomorrow so we can make sure all who are eligible are included. Half price season tickets are back on sale after a lot of requests and this is also for anyone who wants to make a last dash to enter the ballot. Don't miss out! We want as many supporters in as we possibly can! Your support makes all the difference to the team. https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/ballot-please-read/

A message going out to all our season ticket holders. Please make aware your friends and family who have season tickets to check their email so they don't miss out. Arbroath FC Season Ticket Supporters Ballot Everyone at Arbroath Football Club has been working incredibly hard to make sure that you, our loyal supporters won’t miss out on cheering on the team at Gayfield Park over the next three weeks. We want to be together with you. Swift plans have now been made by the club to accommodate a maximum of 500 Arbroath supporters for each of our home matches against Hamilton Academical on Wednesday 29th December 2021 (7.45pm kick off) and Inverness Caledonian Thistle on Sunday 2nd January 2022 (3pm kick off). We know that some supporters are going to be unhappy, but we hope that you can understand this precarious situation that we are in. With that in mind, a ballot portal has now been set up which is open to all 21/22 season ticket holders and supporters who have purchased a 21/22 half season ticket only. You will be asked to complete the relevant fields which shall include your email and unique season ticket bar code number displayed on your physical season ticket card. To try and be fair to everyone, there are two options. Option 1 - To choose either match as your preferred first choice, this will not guarantee that you will be to attend this match but you will then be entered into a random ballot where a maximum of 500 season ticket holders will be issued an e-ticket for one game, with the remaining a maximum of 500 season ticket holders being offered a ticket for the alternative fixture (season ticket cards will NOT be active for these two matches). Option 2 - To inform us that you do not wish to attend either of these matches in person but instead use your virtual season ticket and watch both games live via Arbroath FC TV. Informing us if you do not wish to attend either game will also assist in making sure we can utilise the 500 tickets to the maximum ability. The Closing date for all applications is Monday 27th December at 11am. You will then be emailed in due course a print at home or display via your phone e-ticket for the match that you have been selected to attend. Whilst we are extremely disappointed to be informed that our full loyal fan base cannot be in attendance at both matches, we do hope you can appreciate the short notice measures put in place by the Club to try and be as fair and as transparent as possible to allow you to be present during these imposed restrictions. Thank you again and C’mon the Lichties

Arbroath FC Half Price Season tickets are NOW on SALE! You can purchase your half price season ticket here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/season-tickets/ This season we welcomed our fans back to Gayfield and what a season so far it has turned out to be! Gayfield is buzzing, the town is full of youngsters proudly wearing their Arbroath kits and the team are giving absolutely everything on the pitch with some incredible results, new records set and dedicated performances week in and week out. With over 950 season tickets already sold, we are hoping that we will set a new season ticket record as we announce that half price season tickets are now on sale! Arbroath FC Chairman Mike Caird said “The amazing numbers of season tickets that we have sold this season along with high individual match day ticket sales shows that our loyal fans are determined to help support the team. By purchasing a half price season ticket you can help us achieve even greater things at your club.” Your season ticket will be valid from Wednesday 29th December when we welcome Hamilton Academical to Gayfield and you will gain access to our remaining Home games, any play-off matches and of course full access to Arbroath FC TV (streaming is not included for the Junior / Arbroath FC Community Trust Season Ticket) and 10% discount on everything in the Club Shop. Once you have placed your order you will be sent an email with conformation. We will then make your physical season ticket for you and get in touch once it is ready to be collected. With Christmas just 18 days away this could be the perfect gift for the Red Lichtie in your life! Prices are as follows; £115 – Adult (Aged 18 and over) £65 – Senior (Aged 65 and over) £65 - Disabled (with carer admitted free if required) £40 – Student (including adults in full time education) £30 – Juvenile (Aged 13 to 17) £12.50 - Junior & Young Lichtie Member (12 and Under) The half price season ticket offer is incredible value for money and you can really help support the Lichties! These are the cinch Scottish Championship League games that are included in the Half Price Season ticket, and of course any end-of-season play-off matches. 20 – Wednesday 29th December – Arbroath v Hamilton Academical – 7.45pm 21 – Sunday 2nd January – Arbroath v Inverness Caledonian Thistle – 3pm 24 – Saturday 29th January – Arbroath v Partick Thistle – 3pm 25 – Saturday 5th February – Arbroath v Kilmarnock – 3pm 28 – Saturday 5th March – Arbroath v Dunfermline Athletic – 3pm 30 – Saturday 19th March – Arbroath v Ayr United – 3pm 31 – Saturday 26th March – Arbroath v Raith Rovers – 3pm 34 – Saturday 16th April – Arbroath v Queen of the South – 3pm 36 – Friday 29th April – Arbroath v Greenock Morton – 7.45pm Thank you and see you at Gayfield soon! C’mon the Lichties

Segregation will be in place for tomorrow's match, which is the same as it has been for the past 4 games at Gayfield. We advise all fans to arrive early and allow yourself plenty of time to be in side the stadium before kick off. Arbroath Supporters will occupy sections A, and C of the main stand and the Pleasureland End of the Stadium up to the end of the East Terrace. Please note that section B will be reserved for our supporters who are in Hospitality. Sections A and C will be occupied on a first come, first seated basis. Arbroath Supporters will enter via Gates 1 and 2. Raith Rovers will occupy Section F and G of the Main Stand and the Harbour End of the Stadium up to the start of the East Terrace. Raith Rovers fans will enter via Gate 3. Raith Rovers fans should be advised that only a small number of stands seats will be available. The 155 Seats in Sections F and G will be occupied on a first come, first seated basis. There are disabled bays in front of Section A (for Arbroath supporters) and Section H (for Raith Rovers supporters) which are accessible by ramps parallel to these sections.

Arbroath vs Raith Rovers – Tickets now on sale We welcome Raith Rovers FC to Gayfield on Saturday 4th December with a 3.00pm kick off. Arbroath Supporters can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/match-day-tickets/ Raith Rovers Supporters can buy their tickets here https://www.arbroathfc.co.uk/away-tickets/ When you purchase your ticket you can save / print it in PDF format right away, but a copy will also be emailed to you. Please check your junk / email folders if you don’t receive your email with your ticket STRAIGHT AWAY. If you encounter any problems please email office@arbroathfc.co.uk Please either have your ticket printed out, or saved on to your phone with your contrast fully up for our scanners to read the code. Scottish Championship Gate Prices – Season 2021 / 2022 £19: Adult (Over 18) £12: Concessions (Over 65, Students, Juvenile, Disabled supporter which includes Carer) £22: Parent and Child (U12) £24: Parent and Two Children (U12)

If it is lashing with rain, or a howling gale or both since it is Gayfield it would be unfair to expect 800-1000 supporters to just shelter under one small terrace. Segregation is based on by the number of tickets sold and Kilmarnock have sold more than Hamilton.