My sources in Scotland suggest that the Hearts defeat was probably a combination of missing Leitch in midfield, tired legs and poor defending at critical points in the game. Ironically the last time we collapsed like the middle order of the England Cricket team was the first game of last season against Dunfermline.
The Pars seem to have been playing ok, apart from the cuffing they took against Rangers a couple of weeks ago. They seem to have recovered from that defeat well and look a solid bet for a top six finish. Once again we will need to bring along a good all round 90 minute performance to take anything from the game. Hopefully all the injuries will have cleared up and TB will have a full squad to choose from
I am going to be a bit more optimistic this week (which should please some) and go for a share of the points. We have shown we are capable of pulling off some great results this season and I would class a draw on Saturday as right up there with the Celtic win.
Right I’m off to Preston on business now so will probably try and take in Preston NE v Watford tomorrow night (17th). I’ll let that plonker Mr Brown and his little helper Billy know that £200,000 for McFadden is just about right for the 10% deposit!
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