Airdrieonians are set for a Scottish Challenge Cup fourth-round clash against Bonnyrigg Rose Athletic, as reported by BeSoccer Livescore. Meanwhile, former Diamonds loanee Josh Campbell has left Hibernian on a season-long loan to St Johnstone, according to the Hibs Observer.
What is Airdrieonians' next cup fixture?
The SPFL Trust Trophy, commonly known as the Challenge Cup, presents Airdrieonians with an away tie at Bonnyrigg Rose Athletic. BeSoccer Livescore lists the match for Tuesday, September 22. This fixture falls in the competition's fourth round, the League Phase.
Bonnyrigg Rose currently compete in Scottish League Two. The match offers Airdrieonians a chance to progress in a cup competition separate from their League One campaign. Fans can track the team's upcoming schedule, including this cup tie, on the club's fixtures page.
Who is Josh Campbell and what is his Airdrie link?
Josh Campbell, a 26-year-old midfielder, began his senior career with a loan spell at Airdrieonians. The Hibs Observer confirms he made 14 league appearances for the Diamonds during the 2018/19 season while they were in League One. That loan provided his first experience of first-team football.
Campbell has since become an established figure at Hibernian, making over 180 appearances and scoring 23 goals. He is known for scoring in important matches, including a goal against Rangers at Ibrox earlier this season. His move to St Johnstone is aimed at securing more regular playing time in the Premiership.
What did Hibernian say about the loan move?
Hibernian head coach David Gray acknowledged Campbell's contributions upon confirming the loan departure. "I have known Josh for a very long time and watched him grow up and develop as a player over the years," Gray told the Hibs Observer. He added that Campbell "expressed his desire to go and seek more game time elsewhere."
Sporting director Malky Mackay also commented, stating the loan to St Johnstone was "a good opportunity for him to go and play regular football." The club wished Campbell success for his temporary spell at McDiarmid Park, which runs until the end of May.
How does Airdrieonians' squad compare this season?
Airdrieonians' current squad possesses valuable experience as they compete on multiple fronts. According to data from BeSoccer, the squad's total market value is listed at 10.6 million euros. This provides a quantitative measure of the playing resources available to the manager.
The team's form and player contributions can be followed through detailed stats tracking individual and team performance. Supporters can also review the full list of players available for selection on the official squad page. Airdrieonians' next match is the Challenge Cup trip to Bonnyrigg Rose on September 22.
