Gridiron: University teams gear up for Edinburgh derby

American football teams Edinburgh Napier Knights and Edinburgh University Predators will do battle in their own Edinburgh derby this weekend.

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They clash in the 2016 Varsity Trophy match at Meggetland on Sunday in a match preceded by a programme of family entertainment. Organisers hope the game – which kicks off just hours ahead of Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and Carolina Panthers – will pull in a crowd of more than 1500 for the first time.

This year’s fixture has added significance for both teams as they chase a place in the play-offs of the British Universities & Colleges Sport league in which they compete.

There will be entertainment at Meggetland from a swing band, DJ, cheerleaders, face painters, a medieval knights display and a ‘Come and Try’ session for youngsters.

Gates open at 1pm ahead of a 2.30pm kick off. Entry is free for under 16s, £4 for adults and £2 for students.