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I’ve got a concerning high amount of optimism for this game. Yes we’re leaky at the back, but I just think we’re such a threat going forward and more importantly in stark contrast to last season, there now seems a genuine belief amongst the players in the way they move the ball in attacking areas that they can threaten any defence they come up against in the division. Last season there was no idea or confidence to get in behind and stretch teams Would be completely satisfied if we kept the same XI, especially up top as I really think Murray and Williamson could be an excellent front line at this level going forward. Both are rapid, intelligent with their runs and know where the goal is. Plus with the addition of Boateng, you hope that allows the 2 up front to continue much longer with the extra defensive stability behind them Arbroath are highly experienced and know how to win regularly at this level and despite our nice attacking play, we have already shown how naive we can be at the back. Show the same amount naivety as we did against Ayr and we’re done. Will be one of toughest away days of the season but I really do think we can get a positive result here

It’s easily the best version I’ve seen of Simon Murray currently since he’s joined qp. He seems to have got over his injury woes now and it looks like he’s lost a bit of bulk over the summer and looks even more sharper now. 5 goals in all competitions already, hopefully continues on Saturday

Nah wouldn’t play Eze at this stage. Would give him the next 3-4 weeks to fully sharpen up and get properly ready to go via friendlies and more training. Bannon has been absolutely superb so far and for an 18 year old, he shows an incredible amount of maturity on the pitch to suggest he’ll be fine if given the opportunity to start away at Arbroath.

Normally when a player that’s been rubbish for us signs for another team, I’m usually able to identify an attribute of the player that might actually benefit the team, but in Longstaff’s case, he had literally nothing about him For a winger, he can’t run, he can’t beat a man, he’s never a threat in the box and has the heart of a mouse. Although you can’t expect wingers to be great at tackling, I’ve never seen a player so timid and unwilling to get stuck in. Genuinely if you’re holding on to a lead, Longstaff is as good as a man down. He had so many games to show why he had been part of Liverpool’s academy but not once did he take his opportunity. He scored a double against a toilet Dumbarton side to only get himself sent off the next game against yourselves. Once Coyle got a grip of the squad, he was never used at all for the last 7 or 8 games thankfully Honestly my least favourite loan ever when I think of it

Scott Williamson to start on Friday please. Hat trick against a decent hibs side today. Genuinely not been this excited about a striker in a long time So far this summer he’s scored x1 against Zagreb, x2 against a very strong rangers side, x1 against EK, x3 against hibs and not to mention his excellent goal in the cup against Forfar. Obviously it matters most in the league matches but he’s looks more than ready for championship football

Took in the game at the Motherwell end today as I was offered a free ticket by a mate last minute. Must say, I’ve not seen a performance in Scotland from a goalkeeper that’s been as incredible as I seen from Liam Kelly in a long long time. Aye his first half save from point blank range was mental but it seems from my angle that the goal bound header second half looked even more incredible. A literal cheat code and theres no question he was the entire reason Motherwell ended up with the 3 points First half was a bit of a stinker. Van veen although talented seemed to constantly hold on to the ball far too long which allowed St Mirren defenders back in position before anything meaningful happened, whilst Spittal’s crossing was infuriating with those low driven crosses always hitting the first man. Fair play to Motherwell though, what lacked in quality for large parts, there was no question everyone was bursting a gut to get the result. It’s difficult playing managerless especially after the embarrassment of Sligo but they dug in and stayed resolute especially after going down to 10 men. However, I really cant see Motherwell scoring many goals across the season which could be a big problem. Van veen will obviously contribute but despite being a hard worker, shields looks very limited and doesn’t seem to really know how to use his pace and power St Mirren were dangerous with crosses in the box and if the big lad up top had an ounce of composure, he’d of scored at least 2 today. Really woeful finishing across the team. Declan Gallagher was terrific I must add. First time seeing him play in the flesh and for a big guy, he’s very cultured on the ball. Erhahon was also impressive with his distribution in the midfield.

Congrats on winning the “cruising to the playoff” trophy, champ. Viva Billy Dodds

So if we almost and should of scored 3 or 4 goals in a half away from home then we won’t cause teams problems ? Interesting take

Whatever you say, keep telling yourself that

Wit Mad how people see different games. I thought we utterly dominated that first half and should of been 3 or 4 up comfortably and then second half was more even but I can’t recall any clear moments where Inverness should of racked up the score. Got in decent areas but our keeper made saves that any keeper should make at this level. We still ended up having the better chances 2nd half Surely an element of going on there

In fairness to Kilday, he was absolutely excellent today. It’s just his injury record that’s woeful Very much looking forward to seeing Eze play I must say

If that’s supposedly the 2nd or 3rd best team in the league then we have nothing to fear. Inverness were utterly bang average and unfortunately we let someone of Billy McKays quality get a half chance and he took it well. We created a number of chances and McPake really should of done better when through on goal twice in either half. However, his running with the ball was outstanding and really added a different dimension to our attack. Dom Thomas was arguably man of the match with some terrific bits of footwork and carried the ball excellently. That’s exactly the Dom Thomas people rave about. Jason Naismith also took one for the team right at the death with a booking when Inverness went on the counter. Real sign of experience at the back Special mention to Charlie Fox who was an absolute monster at the back and won everything that came his way. I still go by that he’ll become the best defender in the championship this season Negatives were the manner we lost the goal. A moment of slackness in the box and we were punished, whilst Liam Brown quite simply isn’t a defensive mid. It’s a shame but I think as the season goes on, he’ll probably end up on the bench. loads of positives from that and arguably slightly frustrated we haven’t came back with 3 points

I think it’s more a wild decision cause of the potential detriment it has on the squad and their overall chances this season. Their squad already seemed extremely light prior to his departure but now, out with 6 or 7 players, the quality of player doesn’t seem to be as well rounded as last season. Fyvie, Logan, megginson, Yule etc will be fine but I’m cautious over how impactful Reynolds and Vigurs will be Next couple signings will be key for Cove I’d imagine

I’d be raging if I were a cove supporter listening to that. Yes, McAllister going on holiday during the season isn’t ideal but to get rid of a player of his quality because of that seems wild to me, especially when Cove are part time. I’d understand a lot more if this situation came about at a full time club Cant see McIntyre becoming a roaring success at all if I’m being honest. A lot seems to be relying on megginson continuing to produce the goods up top

We need to move on from Muir now. It’s unfair to constantly compare aspects of ferrie’s game to someone that’s now been released by the club. Ferrie’s distribution was a shambles on Saturday admittedly and it has to improve if he’s got any aspirations of cementing the number 1 jersey long term but I don’t think the “good shot stopper” should be dismissed as easily as you’re suggesting. His saves against Dundee which you highlighted were genuinely outstanding and he was unfortunate against Stranraer that nobody reacted to his penalty save. Would rather a keeper that’s less developed with the ball at their feet but actually saved shots. Coyle and Beuker certainly must see that potential Aye he made errors last season but he had great games also. Kept us in the tie away at Dunfermline in the playoffs, especially the save immediately after we scored. I am very surprised a new first choice keeper hasn’t been signed so far however. Guess we just need to back Coyle and Beuker’s decisions

Surely that’s an early indication of where hearts have Smith in the pecking order ? Coyle should be phoning down hearts right now to get him back on loan. He’d absolutely start in our current team

That seems wild. McAllister still looked every bit as threatening last season as he’s always been despite his age. Even as a squad option he’d be worth his weight surely ? Tbh I’m quite glad I won’t see him this season, always loves a goal against us Fallout with McIntyre ?

Scott Williamson with a double against rangers. The guy is a natural goalscorer, would love to see him given a start up top with Murray on Saturday. Been really impressed with him in the limited minutes I’ve seen of him

Thought I’d get the ball rolling for what will be for many of us, the first time witnessing QP play championship football. The Premier sports cup is fine in terms of being able to watch competitive games early on but it’s a completely different ball game to league football. Buzzing for it Quite clearly a very difficult fixture to kick us off and there’s no doubt Inverness will be in and around the play off spots again this season I’d imagine but there’s no reason to suggest that we can’t go up there and potentially get a result ? After seeing the 4 cups games, this is probably how I’d imagine we’ll line up with Ferrie Davidson Kilday Fox Robson Brown Jarrett Mcpake Savoury Thomas Murray Wouldn’t surprise me to see Thomson come in for a Jarrett or Brown for the defensive cover but I think there’s a bucketload of potential in brown, Jarrett and savoury linking up the midfield and attack. Equally Bannon could easily keep his place after his performance against Hamilton. Jason Naismith seems to have barely had a sniff, might be an early indicator that he’s not been particularly rated so far ?

Frustrating one as it’s clear when we’re willing to pass the ball quickly and on the ground, we’re actually a threatening team but far too often we reverted to overhit punts up the park which Charlie Fox was particularly guilty of today, which of course is even more annoying as we know he’s normally terrific driving with the ball and passing it in between the lines. Again, the 2nd half performance was a million miles better but we really need to wake up in the 1st half of games if we’re going to give ourselves a chance. Too often we look a yard slower on and off the ball and against championship opposition, you’ll get punished which is what has inevitably happened the last 2 games Positives were that Jarrett was excellent in midfield and the introduction of McPake and Williamson made a huge difference with the latter in particular causing havoc up top. Savoury showed some great touches also. Special credit to Alex Bannon, first start in senior football and played like a seasoned pro. Very calm and collected on the ball and dealt with the physicality comfortably, especially against a very good striker in Andy Ryan. For me, he’s potentially played himself into starting XI for Inverness next week. Louis longridge continues to look a shadow of the player he was in 2021. He was awful today and I still stand by that he shouldn’t of been offered a new contract for this season. Dom Thomas was also poor and missed a glorious chance when clean through and lobbed it wide. Still waiting to see the Thomas that’s been so highly thought of by others Hamilton looked alright, particularly 1st half. Both centre mids looked decent but their whole team looked gubbed throughout the 2nd half and i think if the game lasted another 5 minutes or so, a winner would of arrived for us

Josh McPake confirmed now. Really excited to see what he can do. Seems to have impressed in pre season for rangers so far and having a fair few senior appearances under his belt already across various loans, he should be ready to go.

I’m surprised the McPake loan hasn’t been announced by now, assuming he is actually coming to us. Wonder what the hold up is Got to surely have a couple signings by the Inverness game. The bench looks incredibly weak minus 1 or 2 players.

I’m feeling cautious on how we’ll get on this season. Maybe it’s purely cause I’ve never seen us in the championship but personally I think 6th or 7th might be where we end up. As long as we’re not the whipping boys in the league then I’m fine. A lot really does depend on the next few signings because as it stands, there’s 1 or 2 in our starting lineup that quite simply will not cut it across 36 games, especially in defensive areas From what I’ve read on everyone’s squads, Morton would be my current favourites for the bottom spot. Signing a couple of our duds from league 1 probably sealing that decision. A nagging part of me thinks Cove will really struggle also

A part of me thinks a couple of these potential signings may be abroad therefore might of been needing to wait for a visa etc (we know Eze is definitely one of them) Also, the trialist that played against EK was sitting on our bench last night with the qp tracksuit on, albeit not in the squad. Assuming he’s getting signed ? Think his name is Omani Leacock, a Barbados international

Disgraceful from the club to announce what probably looks Friday night home for the foreseeable weeks after season tickets went on sale. If you thought crowds at stenny would be bad on Saturdays, wait until we see these Friday games. Can’t imagine many who finish work at 5 on a Friday will be too inclined to attend