Airdrie and Cove Rangers are on form and will go for the win, says star Fraser Fyvie

Fraser Fyvie says Cove Rangers and Airdrie will be two teams who will be going for it on Saturday as the League One top two clash head-on at New Broomfield.

Paul Hartley's side enjoy a five-point lead at the top of the pile and both sides are going into the clash on outstanding form; Cove are unbeaten in 20, Airdrie in 14.

The Diamonds are, realistically, the only side that can stop Cove from being crowned as champions, and a home win would reduce the gap to two points with five games left.

Former Aberdeen and Hibs midfielder Fyvie says both teams have players that can cause damage, but hopes his side stretch their lead at the top.

The 28-year-old told the Press and Journal : "It’s down to the nitty-gritty time, so both teams are looking for three points.

“If we win we go eight points clear. If they win they’re only two behind. We’re in a good position and they’re in a good position, so I think it becomes both teams just going for it.

“Both teams have done well over the last year or so and have been competitive against each other.

"I don’t think there’s a favourite, because both teams are on a good run of form and have got players who can hurt each other.”

Playing in a more advanced role has allowed Fyvie to hit 10 goals for the season, and he admits he's enjoying his football.

"I'm really pleased with the way I've been playing," he said. "I've had a little bit of a different role than I have played in my career.

"I've tended to play off the front, with a wee bit more freedom to go forward.

"I've managed to get 10 goals and I'm enjoying my football.

"Off the ball you have to get in and work hard but on the ball, the manager tends to give me a bit more freedom to get on it and express myself.”

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