Club News

27/04/23

The Club are still struggling to come to terms with the sudden and tragic passing of our dear friend and Vice Chairman David Laing late last week. David joined the Board back in 2011 making a significant contribution throughout his 12 years of devoted service, playing an important role as the Club emerged from years in the wilderness into the...

27/04/23

This Friday marks 5 years since we clinched our second championship title, setting many records in the process, including… DEFEATS – Five defeats in total bettered our previous best of 8 in 1984/5, 1974/5 and 1975/6. Least number of away defeats, 2 bettered previous best of 4 in 94/5....

26/04/23

This Friday marks 5 years since we clinched our second championship title, setting many records in the process, including… RECORD FOR AWAY CLEAN SHEETS – A shutout at Peterhead in February 2018 was our 6th consecutive away clean sheet, a new club record, and Fleming notched up a total of 18 clean sheets in the league....

25/04/23

Guy Salmond was runner up in our March draw, winning £100. If you want to be amongst our next BIG winners, JOIN TODAY – and remember, everyone in the draw gets one share in MFC each and every month....

25/04/23

This Friday marks 5 years since we clinched our second championship title, setting many records in the process, including… RECORD FOR AWAY WINS IN A SEASON – 12 away wins in a single league season beat our previous best of 11 in 1994/5 and 1984/5, both of which were promotion seasons....

24/04/23

This Friday marks 5 years since we clinched our second championship title, setting many records in the process, including… POINTS RECORD – 77 points in a season bettered our previous best of 76 in 1974/75 (having upgraded that year to 3 for a win)....

23/04/23

Montrose came to Palmerston Park with a very threadlike squad and only had one outfield substitute apart from two Club Academy youngsters. They lined up with Matthews in goal then Allan, Waddell, Watson and Whatley in the back four with Gardyne and Masson in midfield along with Machado and Brown down the wings to support McAllister and Lyons up top....

22/04/23

It is with an extremely sad and heavy heart that we must announce the sudden and tragic passing yesterday of our Vice Chairman David Laing.  Our sincere and heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and condolences are with his wife Jen and family at this most difficult of times. ...

21/04/23

Having scored incredibly his 300th professional goal recently against FC Edinburgh, we finally got the chance to catch up with striker Rory McAllister to reflect on a remarkable personal achievement and for Chairman John Crawford to present a commemorative Mo top to mark the occasion. Watch Rory’s interview here: https://youtu.be/TnJEEwRZglw...

20/04/23

Congratulations to Gary Dunn, Brian ‘Beefy’ Stewart and Grant Bannerman who were winners in last Saturday’s Hospitality Raffle. Grant won the wine, Beefy the signed ball and Gary the top prize of a signed home shirt, which were all presented by Assistant Manager Ross Campbell....

19/04/23

Congratulations to Iain Bell, Ray Phillimore and Ian Cheyne who were winners in last Saturday’s Hospitality Raffle. Ian won the wine, Ray the signed ball and Iain the top prize of a signed home shirt, which were all presented by Director Michael Fotheringham....

18/04/23

Many thanks to SCF Partners, who were both our Match and Ball Sponsor last Saturday against Peterhead. As a token of our appreciation, Vice Chairman David Laing presented Peter Stuart with a signed match ball....

17/04/23

Montrose FC forward Blair Lyons clocked up his 100th appearance for the Gable Endies recently in an entertaining 3-3 home draw with Kelty Hearts, becoming incredibly the tenth player of the current squad to pass the century mark for the Club. Manager Stewart Petrie brought the 26 year old to Links Park in the summer of 2019 from Lowland League...

16/04/23

Matheus Machado was picked as the best of the bunch yesterday by Match Sponsors SCF Partners. Adam Kerr presented Matheus with his trophy and bubbly, kindly sponsored by Fotheringham Homes....

16/04/23

MONTROSE piled the pressure on relegation-threatened Peterhead with a relatively comfortable victory at Links Park. The best chance of the opening 10 minutes saw Matheus Machado force former Montrose goalkeeper Stuart McKenzie into a save when he cut inside and fired a shot at goal. The goalkeeper was called into action again from the corner that followed, Kerr Waddell having...

15/04/23

The thoughts of Assistant Manager Ross Campbell after todays deserved win against Peterhead https://youtu.be/rwEENyUbcWQ...

13/04/23

We were extremely saddened to learn today of the passing of former player Willie Callaghan at the age of just 56. Willie was signed by Manager Jim Leishman in February 1992 from Inverness Thistle and featured 16 times for the Gable Endies before moving on to Cowdenbeath in the September of the same year as part of a player swap...

12/04/23

Despite working hard  in poor weather conditions Montrose were unable to overcome a slick Falkirk side who deserved their victory. Falkirk always looked in command in the first half and their pressure paid off on 18 minutes when home keeper Ross Matthews could only parry a shot and  Kai Kennedy was on hand to head home the rebound. Kennedy got...

10/04/23

Montrose used their squad to rotate and to try and find the winning formula in a difficult run of fixtures towards the tail end of the season with games against not just those wanting to get in the play-off at the top but also the play-off at the other end. In came Johnston and Whatley for McAllister and Brown with...

06/04/23

Rick Wood won BIG as winner in our March draw, netting our £500 top prize. If you want to be one of our next BIG winners, JOIN TODAY – and remember, everyone in the draw gets one share in MFC each and every month....

04/04/23

Slotting home from 12 yards on Saturday against FC Edinburgh was incredibly significant for Rory McAllister, as it saw the 35 year old striker notch his 300th professional goal in a career that has spanned three of the four SPFL divisions, playing for Inverness Caley Thistle, Peterhead, Brechin City, Cove Rangers and Montrose. Everyone at the Club would like to...

03/04/23

We are delighted to offer Mo fans the chance to join the players, management and staff at this years End of Season Awards Dinner, in association with the MFC Supporters Club. Taking place after our last home game on the 29th April, the evening will commence at the Park Hotel from 6:45pm with a superb two course meal, after which...

03/04/23

Montrose started the game against F.C. Edinburgh at Meadowbank Stadium with a familiar line-up. Matthews in goal then a back four of Webster, Allan, Dillon and Steeves with Gardyne, Masson, Machado and Brown in behind the front two of McAllister and Lyons. Pink tops and black shorts were the fashion on the day for Montrose Referee Steven Kirkland got things...

31/03/23

Congratulations to Connor Hutt, David Gray and Haydn Knox who were winners in last Saturday’s Hospitality Raffle. Haydn won the wine, David the signed ball and Connor the top prize of a signed home shirt, which were all presented by Chairman John Crawford....

29/03/23

Congratulations to Garry Balfour, Rachel Moir and Mike Smart who were winners in last Saturday’s Hospitality Raffle. Mike won the wine, Rachel the signed ball and Garry the top prize of a signed home shirt, which were all presented by Director Alan Kenny....

29/03/23

Many thanks to JAB Property Developments Ltd, who were our Ball Sponsor last Saturday against Dunfermline. As a token of our appreciation, Director Barry O’Neill presented Blair Collie with a signed match ball....

27/03/23

Andrew Steeves was picked as the best of the bunch on Saturday by Match Sponsors Montrose Port Authority. Lynn Sayer presented Andy with his trophy and bubbly, kindly sponsored by Fotheringham Homes....

26/03/23

Longtime supporter and sponsor of the Club, Andy Stirling chatted with Ross Thomson about Upper Dysart Larder’s expansion plans, both on the farm and as sponsor of the Club ahead of drawing this months BIG winners! https://youtu.be/OPboYOFH-wI...

26/03/23

Montrose had the best chance of the first 20 minutes, visiting goalkeeper Deniz Mehmet plucking the ball off the head of Rory McAllister after Liam Callaghan swung a free kick into the box. But Dunfermline took the lead in the 22nd minute when Lewis McCANN was left unmarked at the back post to head in from Kane Ritchie-Hosler’s cross from...

26/03/23

The thoughts of the Gaffer after a competitive, entertaining, yet ultimately disappointing day....

24/03/23

Congratulations to Lauren Gordon who has been named as Scottish Women’s Premier League 2 Player Of The Month for February. Well done, Lauren! Malcolm McKenzie – ...

24/03/23

Ahead of our busy hospitality experience this Sunday, we were delighted when local family run farm shop, Upper Dysart Larder offered to donate freshly grown potatoes and vegetables for us to use as part of our meal for our hospitality guests. Upper Dysart Larder, located overlooking stunning Lunan Bay has been the home to the Stirling family for four generations...

22/03/23

George Ferris landed a cool £100, as runner up in our February draw. If you want to be one of our next BIG winners, JOIN TODAY – and remember, everyone in the draw gets one share in MFC each and every month. Join here: Club 500 | Montrose Football Club (montrosefc.co.uk)...

20/03/23

Contract: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary: Competitive Montrose Football Club is seeking an Operations Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading on facility management, football operations, office administration, commercial and communication activities. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic and ambitious football club. The role is based at our Links...

20/03/23

A strong looking Montrose line-up with plenty of options on the subs bench started against a Kelty side which is well capable of scoring goals given the chances. The Mo lined up with Matthews in goal then a back three of Allan, Dillon and Steeves with Webster in an advanced midfield role on the right along with fellow midfielders Masson,...

08/03/23

Congratulations to Alan Adam, David Pittendreigh and Kenny Taylor who were winners in last Saturday’s Hospitality Raffle. Kenny won the wine, David the signed ball and Alan the top prize of a signed home shirt....

07/03/23

If the Gable Endies are to earn a play-off place, then this was a must win fixture. The home side got off to a dream start after just five minutes when Liam Scullion, under no real pressure, stroked the ball back towards his own goal. Unfortunately for the defender it hit the post and rolled into the net to give...

06/03/23

Match Sponsors MFC Supporters Club picked Paul Watson as their Man of the Match on Saturday and Graham Christieson presented Paul with his trophy and bubbly, kindly sponsored by Fotheringham Homes. Watch Paul’s interview here: https://youtu.be/lvTwiOGrYXo...

06/03/23

Well done to Jordan Greig, who won third prize in our January draw! Unable to collect his winnings, daughters Poppy and Ivy gladly accepted on his behalf and were last seen heading for the nearest toy shop! Join TODAY to be in our next draw!...

06/03/23

 Our first away league fixture journey sponsored by our new Travel Sponsor Balmoral. Thank you to The Astute Group for the sign for our Official Team Bus. Lets go MO!...

27/02/23

For this months draw, Ross Thomson got the chance to catch up with MFC Women’s London Pollard and Holly Daniel, who have amazingly been representing Scotland recently in U16, U17 and U19 tournaments in Portugal, Greece and Spain....

27/02/23

This wasn’t so much of an Alloa win, it was more that Montrose lost because it was a defensive error that made the difference, and it was the sort of game which was the difference between the two sides. Montrose made a few changes with youngsters Ross Matthews in goal and Adam Mackinnon in midfield otherwise it was a re-juggle...

23/02/23

Montrose FC Women and in particular Georgia Carter were delighted to be asked to feature on BBC Alba in a recent interview during half time of the Scotland Women’s International fixture showcasing the growth of Women’s football....

23/02/23

Mighty Mo fan Ben Payne kindly presented a cheque recently for £100 to Club Chairman John Crawford. A long time supporter, Ben has this season upgraded his matchday experience to become a member of the new Gable Endies Lounge, enjoying pre match lounge access as well as reserved main stand seating. On receiving the cheque, John said, “This is a...

22/02/23

Congratulations to Margo Lownie, Jimmy Durie and Jo-Anne Coull who were winners in last Saturday’s Hospitality Raffle. Jo-Anne won the wine, Jimmy the signed ball and Margo the top prize of a signed home shirt....

21/02/23

Match Sponsors READ Cased Hole picked Sean Dillon as their Man of the Match on Saturday and Bruce Melvin and Chris Kennedy presented Sean with his trophy and bubbly, kindly sponsored by Fotheringham Homes....

21/02/23

The 568 fans who turned up at Links Park on Saturday were treated to an exciting game with play raging from end-to-end. Montrose took the lead after just four minutes when Terry Mason controlled the ball well on the edge of the box and hammered the ball past Robbie Mutch in the Citizens’ goal. The Gable Endies lost Kerr Waddell...

21/02/23

Many thanks to W.M. Mustard & Son Ltd, who were our Ball Sponsors last Saturday against FC Edinburgh. As a token of our appreciation, Club Ambassador David Larter presented Chelsey Lownie with a signed match ball....

20/02/23

Montrose FC have extended the contract of Craig Brown for a further 2 years, keeping the talented midfielder at Links Park until the summer of 2025. Brown initially signed a pre-contract with the Gable Endies back in April 2021, becoming the fourth promising youngster to be plucked from University football by Stewart Petrie’s side, following in the footsteps of Blair...

20/02/23

With our Deadline Day signing, Matheus Machado making his debut from the bench on Saturday, we got the chance, pre-match, to catch up for the first time and officially welcome him to the Club. https://youtu.be/JqvijuwVSVs...