Queen's Park secured a convincing 3-1 win over Clyde in their first Glasgow Cup match of the 2026-27 season. The match saw Michael Ruth score twice, with his first goal coming from a miscued clearance and his second from an undercooked backpass.
What happened?
Clyde started strong, with Timam Scott's header drawing a fine save from Milosz Sliwinski. However, Queen's Park took control midway through the half, with Ruth's two goals giving them a 2-0 lead at the interval.
Why it matters for Queen's Park
The win is a significant boost for Queen's Park, who are currently 6th in the Championship with 41 points, 36 points behind leaders ST Johnstone. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with a record of 0W-3D-2L in their last 5 matches.
What comes next?
Queen's Park will look to build on this win as they prepare for the new season, with their next match scheduled in two weeks' time. Their league standing is as follows:
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League Standing | 6th |
| Points | 41 |
| Recent Form | DLDLW |
| Goals Scored | 35 |
| Goals Conceded | 48 |
The team's goal difference is -13, and they will need to improve their defensive record if they are to challenge for a higher league position. As of their last result on 2026-05-01, Queen's Park drew 1-1 with Partick, and they will be looking to improve their performance in the upcoming matches.
