Buckie Thistle take big step towards Highland League title with crucial victory to end Brora Rangers hopes
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Buckie Thistle gave their Highland League title hopes a massive boost with victory at Brora Rangers on Wednesday night.
Jags moved eight points clear of Brechin City - who have three games in hand - with a 2-0 success at Dudgeon Park.
The Sutherland ground has been a bogey for Buckie with their last league win at Brora being in 2012.
After a goal-less first half, centre back Jack Murray notched his 11th of the season three minutes after the break to put the visitors in front.
Victory was secured by star striker Josh Peters, who netted his 26th of the campaign midway through the second half.
If Buckie win all of their remaining games they will take the title and pick up their first silverware in six years.
Formartine United remain in third place following a 2-1 win at home to Turriff United.
Early goals by Kieran Adams and Paul Campbell put the Pitmedden side in control before Keir Smith pulled one back on half time.
