GALASHIELS, Scotland (Interstat) — Hamilton defeated Gala Fairydean 2-0 at Netherdale Football Ground, getting first-half and second-half goals to secure the road result. Dominic Shiels opened the scoring in the 20th minute, and Dominic Thomas doubled the lead in the 69th minute. B Trialist provided one assist. The match produced two goals, both for Hamilton. Hamilton’s competition record improved to 2 wins and 0 losses, while its overall record moved to 4 wins and 0 losses. Gala Fairydean’s competition record stands at 0 wins, 1 loss and 2 draws, and its overall record is 0 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws. The home side remains without a win across all competitions this season. Hamilton entered after wins over Alloa, Peterhead and Kilmarnock B. Gala Fairydean had lost to Largs Thistle and drawn with Alloa and Spartans. Hamilton next plays Airdrieonians, while Gala Fairydean travels to Dunipace.