Arbroath 0-1 East Fife

Aug 24 2008 Alistair Robson Reports

CLASSY Kevin Fotheringham blasted the Fifers to their first win of the season with a stunning last-gasp strike. A stalemate looked likely until Robbie Raeside fouled Paul McManus and Fotheringham arrowed the free-kick into the top corner with two minutes left.

The away side made a great start, creating three chances in the first six minutes with McManus having an effort blocked by Hill.

The Arbroath keeper had to look lively when he saved a Chris Templeman shot, then Greg McDonald headed wide.

It wasn't long until the home side worked their way in to the game and debut boy Steven Weir had a good chance but fired over.

Jamie Bishop then raced into the box but his shot was deflected in to the side netting.

The Gayfield men finished the opening half strongly with Kevin McMullen twice coming close to breaking the deadlock.

Both sides struggled to create any real openings after the break.

But with time running out, Fotheringham rifled his free-kick past Hill to the delight of the travelling support.