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The West of Scotland Premier Division returns on Saturday 26th July with 16 clubs chasing glory and a chance to follow last season\u2019s champions, Clydebank, into a new version of the Lowland League.<\/p>\n

Last year\u2019s runners-up Auchinleck Talbot, third-placed Johnstone Burgh and Troon (fourth) loom as early title challengers.<\/p>\n

Four sides join the Premier Division this season. Arthurlie claimed the First Division crown, while Rutherglen Glencairn, Renfrew and Kilwinning Rangers all sealed top-four finishes to earn their place among the elite.<\/p>\n

Matchday 1 kicks off at 2pm on Saturday 26th July:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Arthurlie vs. St Cadoc\u2019s – Newly promoted Arthurlie make their Premier bow at Dunterlie Park against a St Cadoc\u2019s side keen to build on mid-table stability.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Kilwinning Rangers vs. Johnstone Burgh – Kilwinning\u2019s return to the top flight sees them host last season\u2019s Scottish Junior Cup winners, Burgh, at Buffs Park.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Auchinleck Talbot at Hurlford United – Talbot travel to Blair Park looking to hit the ground running under new manager John McInally.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Pollok vs. Beith Juniors – Pollok open at Newlandsfield against a strong Beith side .<\/p>\n

The remaining fixtures on Saturday afternoon read: Cumnock Juniors vs. Largs Thistle; Drumchapel United vs. Rutherglen Glencairn; Renfrew vs. Troon; Shotts Bon Accord vs. Glenafton Athletic.<\/p>\n

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