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Ex-CanMNT captain Scott Arfield appointed player-manager of Scottish 3rd tier club

Former Canadian international Scott Arfield has taken his first permanent step into management after being appointed player-manager of Scottish League One side East Fife. The 38-year-old replaces Dick Campbell, who was dismissed last month following a disappointing run of eight…

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 6:52 PM
Ex-CanMNT captain Scott Arfield appointed player-manager of Scottish 3rd tier club
Key Things to Know
  • Former Canadian international Scott Arfield has been appointed player-manager of Scottish League One club East Fife.
  • Arfield signed a contract until May 2029, replacing former manager Dick Campbell.
  • The 38-year-old will take charge for the first time this Saturday against Peterhead at Bayview Stadium.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Canadian international Scott Arfield has been appointed as the new player-manager of Scottish League One side East Fife. The 38-year-old former Rangers midfielder replaces Dick Campbell, who was dismissed after an eight-match winless streak. Arfield has agreed to a contract running through May 2029, taking over a side currently sitting in sixth place in Scotland's third tier.

This role marks Arfield's first permanent managerial position following a brief caretaker stint at Livingston at the end of the 2025-26 season. Arfield aims to resume playing duties later this month once he regains full match fitness, and he will take charge from the dugout for the first time this Saturday against Peterhead at Bayview Stadium.

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