Ross County beat Airdrie 3-1 to keep winning start

Ross County secured a 3-1 victory over Airdrie at the Excelsior on 22 August 2026, maintaining a perfect start to the Scottish League One campaign. Adam Emslie, Jamie Lindsay and Akil Wright scored, while Lewis Gibson netted for Airdrie. The win keeps the Staggies in second place, one point behind leaders Hamilton Academical, with a game in hand after a League Cup win over Dunfermline.

Match Overview

Ross County won 3-1 against Airdrie at the Excelsior on 22 August 2026, keeping their unbeaten start to the Scottish League One campaign intact. The Staggies secured three wins from three league matches.

Goals and Key Moments

Adam Emslie opened the scoring for Ross County, followed by Jamie Lindsay to make it 2‑0 at half‑time. Lewis Gibson pulled one back for Airdrie early in the second half, but Akil Wright sealed the win with a header in the 74th minute.

Managerial Comments

Manager Stuart Kettlewell praised his side’s composure after conceding. He said the team “reset” after the early goal and “created chances” that led to the third goal from a set‑piece. Kettlewell also highlighted Emslie’s performance, noting his comfort on both feet and his ability to win 1‑v‑1 situations.

League Position and Upcoming Fixtures

Ross County sit in second place, one point behind leaders Hamilton Academical. They have a game in hand following a 2‑1 League Cup win over Dunfermline Athletic in the second round. The team will next face Highland League side Banks o’Dee in the KDM Evolution Trophy at Dingwall on Tuesday.

Player Background

Emslie joined Ross County last season after leaving Aberdeen, where he spent most of the campaign on loan at Cove Rangers.

Future Outlook

Kettlewell expressed confidence that the Staggies will continue their winning run, especially with the upcoming cup match providing a chance to keep players match‑fit.