And their new player/boss, who will be making his debut for the club, wants to see them return with a victory under their belts.

“I want to win all the time, even at five-a-sides,” said Alex, who, along with himself, is also likely to hand first starts to Danny Griffin, Gary MacKenzie, Andy McLaren and Ludovic Roy,

Keeper Roy’s switch from Livingston still hasn’t been completed, but he has now officially severed his ties with the Almondvale club and can play as a trialist this evening.

“We’ll be sending out a strong team and, from this point onwards, we’ll be building towards our first league game against Partick next month,” continued Alex.

“The players are all in good shape and we’ll be looking to keep ourselves compact and iron out any cracks.”

Meanwhile, following the departure of Barry Smith to Icelandic outfit Valur, the manager confirmed that central defender Bobby Mann would lead the team out tonight and would continue to skipper the side throughout the season.

“Bobby knows what the club is about and epitomises what I am looking for here,” added Alex.

Forfar, meanwhile, may hand a debut to new signing Sandy Wood. The big keeper has penned a one-year deal at Station Park that will allow him to combine playing with studying for a law degree at Dundee University.

The 20-year-old, who used to be on Celtic’s books, spent time on loan at Montrose last season.

Tonight’s game kicks off at 7.30 and admission is £6 for adults and £3 for concessions. Station Park season ticket holders can use their match one voucher.