Airdrieonians are set to face Ross County this week in a match that marks a major milestone for an opponent, while a former loanee has secured a new move. The Diamonds head into the fixture following a recent league victory.
Ross County's Connor Randall will make his 200th appearance for the club if he features against Airdrieonians. The match, scheduled for 22 August 2026, represents a show of loyalty from the former Liverpool youth player. Randall said that the Highlands have become home for him and his family during his seven seasons with the Staggies.
He cited the club's top-six Premiership finish under Malky Mackay and a dramatic play-off win over Partick Thistle as standout memories. Randall acknowledged the club's recent struggles with back-to-back relegations but said there is a renewed feelgood factor around Dingwall. Airdrieonians will look to disrupt these positive feelings and secure a result that boosts their own standings position.
Airdrieonians secured a 3-1 away victory over Dumbarton on 11 August. The player statistics from that game detail key metrics like shots, passes, and tackles for both sides. This win provided a solid foundation for the club's early-season form.
You can review the full set of team and player statistics on our dedicated stats page. The result against Dumbarton demonstrated the team's attacking capability, which they will aim to replicate against Ross County. Maintaining this form is important for the club's objectives this season.
Hibernian midfielder Josh Campbell, who joined St Johnstone on a season-long loan this week, began his senior career with a loan spell at Airdrieonians. The 26-year-old made 14 league appearances for the Diamonds during the 2018/19 campaign. That loan move provided Campbell with his first experience of first-team football.
Campbell, a boyhood Hibs fan, has since made over 180 appearances for his parent club, scoring 23 goals. Hibs head coach David Gray wished the player well, acknowledging his desire for regular game time. Campbell's early development at Airdrieonians was a stepping stone to his subsequent Premiership career, which now continues at McDiarmid Park.
The club's squad for the 2026 season features a mix of experience and youth. Integrating new signings and maintaining squad harmony will be important for the management team throughout the campaign.
Each player's contribution will be vital as the club handles a competitive League One fixture list. The next match after the Ross County encounter is a home fixture, details of which are available on the club's fixtures schedule. The team travels to face Cove Rangers on 29 August 2026.
