East Fife appoint Scott Arfield as former Rangers and Falkirk ace is new Bayview player-manager.

Scott Arfield says it is a “privilege” to be named East Fife’s new player-manager, with the former Rangers and Falkirk ace telling fans to expect an exciting team to watch going forward.

The ex-Canadian international, who was most recently with Livingston after a memorable spell at his beloved Bairns, was revealed as the new Bayview boss on Sunday evening with an official unveiling taking place on Monday in Methil.

Arfield, 38, will take charge of Saturday’s Scottish League One home fixture against Peterhead. He’ll be hoping to make it three wins in a row for East Fife after interim co-bosses Pat Slattery and Brian Easton stabilised things on the park following Dick Campbell’s exit last month.

Scott Arfield proud to be named East Fife player-boss

“I am absolutely delighted to be the new manager of East Fife and I cannot wait to get started,” said Arfield, who has signed a contract until May 2029 and is a UEFA B Licence holder having already taken steps into his coaching career.

“I feel I am ready to go into coaching after learning a lot from excellent managers during my playing career, and I am grateful to East Fife for believing in me and for giving me this opportunity.

“My aim is now to create opportunities for others and to build a team which will excite East Fife supporters and attract the attention of the local community. It is a highly respected club which has great potential, and it is a privilege to be given the chance to lead it forward.”

Liam Anderson, chairman of East Fife, added: “We are delighted to have agreed a deal with Scott to become our new player-manager.

“This an innovative appointment and gives a clear indication of our ambitions going forward. I am sure that the arrival of Scott will be welcomed by our fans who are keen to see an exciting brand of football at Bayview.”

The club’s website article detailed that Arfield was the “outstanding candidate” after an interview process that fielded strong interviewees. East Fife also thanked the interim coaching team - which also included goalkeeping coach Jim Moffat - for their efforts over the past month.