GALA SHIELDS, Scotland (Interstat) — Gala Fairydean Rovers defeated Spartans FC 2-1 in a Scottish Football League Two match Saturday at Netherdale Football Ground.

Gareth Rodger opened the scoring for the home side in the 40th minute. Spartans’ Michael Allan equalized in the 50th and appeared to give the visitors the lead with a goal in the 75th. However, a subsequent Spartans goal by Jamie Dishington in the 77th minute secured the 2-1 victory for Gala Fairydean.

The result improved Gala Fairydean’s league record to one win and no losses. Spartans FC fell to one win and one loss in league play. The outcome defied pre-match projections that heavily favored the visiting Spartans.