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Kenny_m

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  1. Well it's back to league business and 3 games in week which will define our final league position and a win on Friday would put real pressure on the teams below us. We've been really disappointing against Ayr so far but heartening to see the McGregor, McGill were back on the bench for the cup final and that Lyall & Megwa will be back in contention to start. Dunfermline are at Arbroath on Saturday and I would expect them to win so they could profit if we again don't turn up at Ayr.
  2. He's not played a lot of football lately, and perhaps there's a reason for this, but as you say it's far too early to write him off although it's noticeable in his 2 games that he's taking no chances with the playing out from the back. I'm sure this has came from the manager and is a sensible approach given his recent lack of game time and I can't imagine it was easy to find someone who was, but ultimately it's the style the manager wants to play.
  3. I believe they are way out of our price range. There is a reason TNS are romping all before them.
  4. Great achievement from the Diamonds. Rae, Aitken, McGregor, McGill not fit & lost McStravick & McCabe through injury during the game. Add in Megwa& Lyall both cup tied, yeh I'll take that!! Great to see a rather confused Pie & Bovril with loads not knowing if it's New York or New Year.
  5. I'd need to see it again but our thought our keeper was at fault for Arbroath's 2nd, the balls squared across, well inside the 6 yard box. Looked a bit hesitant to me but understandable given his lack of games.
  6. McKenna lost the plot for the challenge in front of the Arbroath fans, could easily been a red.
  7. I thought he looked ropey all game and a bit erratic like the "holy goalie"!
  8. Fair comment. Never seen anyone in this league tormenting Megwa like Reilly was, hope he's ok, but I was glad to see the back of him and Airdrie dominated from that point on. Actually thought Lyall was pish for the first 20 mins until turning into prime Messi for the rest of the game, and definitely MOM! Unfortunately, it's all over for Arbroath for me and bang goes one of my favourite away days.
  9. Had a little google about him and some Rotherham fans did suggest his kicking wasn't great so it seems you've made a pertinent point as Rhys's game plan starts with the sweeper keeper! His lack of action has to be of some concern and I would suspect he's basically on trial until the end of the season. We'll have to wait and see.
  10. The challenge cup final is of secondary importance to Saturday’s game, obviously I’d prefer we won both but with ICT & Caley playing each other then we have a massive chance to increase the gap to 9th place and of course sneak into the top 4. Arbroath in last chance saloon and they know draws are no use to them so i expect them to more attacking than normal. As @Mr November said, our current injuries are leaving us very short of pace and with Gal looking completely out of sorts, although he’s also had an interrupted season, it could well be Josh O’Connor coming in for his final chance. Quite honestly, if he doesn’t start this game then he never will.
  11. I think the "disappointing news" from the player himself tells its own story. Yes I suppose, we don't know how long he's going to be out but probably he doesn't either yet.
  12. The player's reaction to Josh's injury (broken jaw/cheekbone?) suggested that it wasn't good news and that looks to be confirmed. Big blow but I suppose the search for an emergency loan has already begun. Gabby coming off early is also a concern especially with Lewis McGregor out which may give more opportunities to Josh O'Connor to provide a bit of pace up front.
  13. Another big game tomorrow where 3 points would take us 8 clear of Caley and would be a real tough ask for them to claw that back and also the added bonus of sneaking into 4th which would be a great psychological boost. Caley seem to have a few injuries issues as well but such is the nature of this league that nothing would be a surprise.
  14. Edinburgh City in dire financial trouble, struggling to pay wages and got a points deduction.
  15. Indeed it is, I think its fair to say he instigated the "shushing" with the Rovers fans and responded to boos with a "shush" last night. Anyway, I hope he is "shushing" the Caley fans on Saturday.
  16. Great management from Rhys as he's always on about implementing our style of play on the opposition but obviously took one look at the pitch and decided to go hoof ball and great to see the return of the Beastie boys as there's been accusations that we can be a bit of a tippy tappy soft touch. A bit lucky as Frizzell would have walked if the VAR gurus were watching even though it wasn't for me but a great cross for the first and good to see him play well. The back 4 were outstanding all night with, as usual, Fordyce being a magnet for cross balls.
  17. Well we don't need to bother about squeezing in our 3 full backs. Ballantyne not in the squad and lets hope is not a recurrence of his previous injury.
  18. Dunfermline fans suggesting that the pitch (touchy subject I know) is not in the best condition therefore I wouldn't have McStravick in the starting 11. I might not have him in anyway as he's not contributing enough and he was getting brushed aside by Longridge too easily for my liking. Note the difference when Hancock blew past Longridge for his goal on Saturday. Admittedly Frizz has been struggling but Lyall & Donnell haven't really impressed to date either. I can't pick the side tonight but we need to find a system that includes Megwa, Ballantyne & Hancock. McCabe will replace McMaster if fit but the suggestion that he has a hammy doesn't look good. McGill looks a certain starter too given that he's a lot more mobile than Toddy or Gal. Be delighted to get a point tonight.
  19. Couldn't agree more, I know he doesn't have the greatest goal scoring record but his pace, and our lack of, is a definite cause for concern. McGregor is our only forward who's quick and can get in behind but unfortunately he's out again.
  20. I get your point, a little, as he can get caught out at times due to his lack of pace but he's still an excellent footballer.
  21. I'm more worried about our last performance at Airdrie against Dunfermline than conspiracies, as quite honestly its the easiest we've been beaten all season, we were much better at East End earlier in the season. Aiken & McGregor will be missing which hurts us as they are our 2 quickest players from middle to front, although getting used to Aiken being out as that's been 4 months now and hopes diminishing that we'll see him again this season. Our away record is poor even including last weeks win at Tannadice but as always, we need to score first to win.
  22. Yes, this applies to all sides from Dunfermline down. It's a mini league from now until the end of season.
  23. Of course a win today would have put us in a really strong position but Its going to change with every week. In fact, a win for us on Tuesday would all of a sudden see us looking at the play offs at the other end of the table, likewise Dunfermline. It's crazy! After these next round of games against the sides round about us which culminate in a home game against Arbroath on the 2nd April, if we're not 3 points clear of 9th, then that will be very worrying.
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