Stuart McCall rarely has much of a selection problem as the number of recognised first team players fit and free of suspension normally restricts his ability to shuffle the pack. On this occasion the pressure on the small squad is extreme. Craigan is suspended, Jones and Saunders are still recovering from hamstring injuries, Lasley had to come off early in the midweek game against St Mirren as his already bruised ribs took another knock and Jenning soldiered on despite taking a hefty knock on the ankle after five minutes.
Skippy Sunday
If ever there was an opportunity for one or two of our youngsters to make a name for themselves, it could arrive on Sunday. It might also be the time when Jeffers might have to play a full 90 minutes.
The visitors might suggest that they, too, have a restricted choice but they have the luxury of a huge squad and they’ll get no sympathy from us. Kayal is suspended and Ljungberg, Cha, Hinkel and Maloney are on the injured list. Unfortunately there are plenty willing to fill their places.
We have not beaten Celtic at Fir Park since the famous Skippy Sunday in May 2005 and it would be a huge shock if we could repeat the feat this time around. Many ‘Well fans will take the view that a respectable defeat is likely to be as good as it can get and they not moan too much following a 0-2 defeat.