Holders St Mirren start with win as Linlithgow cause shock

Holders St Mirren began their Premier Sports Cup defence with a comfortable 4-0 victory over Dumbarton, with Samuel Ramos scoring twice on his debut. The matchday saw several shocks, as second-tier Greenock Morton lost at home to Lowland League champions Linlithgow Rose, and Scottish Cup finalists Dunfermline Athletic were beaten by third-tier East Kilbride. Dundee came from behind to avoid a shock defeat against Airdrieonians, while Dundee United needed a stoppage-time penalty to beat Stirling Albion. In other group action, Queen's Park came from behind to defeat Brora Rangers, and Arbroath secured a late win over Spartans. Kelty Hearts took a bonus point after a draw with Queen of the South. East Kilbride's win over Dunfermline was highlighted by a debut goal from Lewis McGrattan and two long clearances from goalkeeper Shay Kelly that set up further goals. Dundee's match saw them come from behind twice, with goals from Charlie Reilly, Ethan Hamilton, Joe Bevan, and Ashley Hay securing their victory.