Kingussie II and Skye II face off in the for the Highland Industrial Supplies Sutherland Cup Final this Saturday at Blairbeg, Drumnadrochit.
Read the below stats to get you warmed up for the big fixture!
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Skye are scoring an average of 3.2 goals per game and conceding an average of 1.3 goals per game.
Kingussie are scoring an average of 3.8 goals per game and conceding an average of 1.3 goals per game.
Stronger by the minute
Skye II's goal-scoring stats reveal a clear pattern: they grow stronger as the match progresses. With just 6 goals in the opening 15 minutes, their output steadily increases, peaking at 15 goals in each of the final three 15-minute intervals. This suggests a team that builds momentum, possibly benefiting from superior fitness levels or tactical adjustments at half-time. Their consistency in the second half indicates a resilience and ability to capitalise on tired opposition.
Sluggish starters?
Skye II’s goals conceded stats suggest a vulnerable first half, particularly between the 30-45 minute mark where they let in 10 goals, potentially due to lapses in concentration before half-time. However, they tighten up significantly in the second half, conceding just 2 goals in the 45-75 minute period. Their defensive discipline improves after the break, though a slight dip occurs in the final 15 minutes. This could point to mental fatigue or late-game pressure from opponents.
Growing in confidence
Kingussie II's goal-scoring stats reveal a strong second-half performance, with 45 goals scored after the break compared to 27 in the first half. The team ramps up their attack in the 45-75 minute window, scoring 31 goals during that period, indicating increased intensity or tactical adjustments after half-time. Their consistency in the final 15 minutes also shows sustained pressure, perhaps exploiting tiring defences. Kingussie seem to build momentum as matches progress, making them a formidable side in later stages.
Refocusing a must
Kingussie’s goals conceded stats show a solid defence throughout most of the game, with only 2 goals allowed in the middle 30 minutes of the first half. However, they appear more vulnerable just after half-time and in the final 30 minutes, conceding 12 goals in that period. The dip in defensive solidity post-interval may suggest a loss of focus or increased pressure from opponents. Nevertheless, they manage to tighten up again in the closing stages.
Chances of missing? Slim to none
Michael Slimon is Kingussie's top scorer going into the final however the 21 year old has Toby Thain for close company on 16, being the club's top scorer this season would be secondary to winning the Sutherland Cup. But, both would be nice...
Knows he's Archie
18 year old Archie Millar is Skye II's joint top scorer this year with Shockie Maclennan. The senior of the two bagged a brace in last year's final and Skye will be hoping that he can replicate that again this time round.
Youth or experience?
Kingussie have the younger of the two panels ahead of Saturday's final, however, Skye boast recent experience of playing a Sutherland Final.
Both sides high flying
Both sides come into this game in good form with Kingussie's only stain a 2-2 draw with Lochaber after the league was won. Skye will be keen to banish the memories of the Strathdearn Final a few weeks ago with a good performance on Saturday.
Kingussie Road to the Final
3-1 vs Glenurquhart
0-3 vs Beauly
1-2 vs Newtonmore
0-5 vs Inverness
Skye Road to the Final
1st Round BYE
0-6 vs Kilmallie
1-2 vs Fort William
4-0 vs Caberfeidh
