Roddy Munro is the envy of every lad in Tannochbrae. After giving up his clerical job it is the day of his first match as a professional footballer and the Tannochbrae United Supporters' Club are away in force to Kinleven to cheer him on. An added incentive for Roddy is the news that several of the bigger English clubs are sending scouts to watch him. There is just one snag - and it is Dr. Finlay, himself a keen supporter of the local team, who spots it and becomes involved in a most unprofessional piece of work.