Kilwinning boss set for 'massive' relegation showdown as they host Arthurlie

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Kilwinning Rangers face a huge relegation showdown at home to Arthurlie tonight.Chris Aitken’s men are second-bottom of the West of Scotland League Premier Division table but have multiple games in hand on everyone around them.Arthurlie are also in the relegation zone – three points clear of the Buffs, who are five points from safety.And while the prospect of two cup quarter-finals in the latter part of the season is exciting, Kilwinning go into this evening’s clash desperate for points.

Boss Aitken told KRTV: “There is no getting away from where we are in the league. The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.“Wednesday is going to be a massive game and I’ve told the players to rest up and prepare.“We will be playing against a tough Arthurlie team.

The games are going to come thick and fast and I’m going to need everyone in the squad.”Meanwhile, on the personnel front, Buffs have confirmed the departure of experienced defender Kevin Nicoll to First Division Gartcairn.Replacing him in the squad will be Jak MacCalman who had left at the end of his short-term deal in December.Buffs continue their league campaign this Saturday with a trip to leaders Beith – bossed by ex-Kilwinning manager Chris Strain.Aitken reflected on a job well done as Kilwinning Rangers marched into the quarter-finals of another cup competition.