Let's not forget that this was the first game of the season and yes it was a dismal result and certainly doesn't do our home popularity any good.

However, the most important aspect of this will be how Charlie deals with this setback. Personally, I think his post match comments showed his inexperience and he will learn to take a deep breath as time goes on. I know it must hurt but he and Parky must analise the game from video before making any rash decisions. He has a big squad, bigger than Aberdeen going by the P&J on Saturday, but it is important he takes advice from his staff before making any rash decisions.

This is the biggest test yet for Charlie, he has only had plaudits so far, but once the dust settles, I'm sure he will deal with it in a very positive manner.

Let's hope he takes it out on the Dons

Well done Charlie. You made the changes and you got a result.  :notworthy01:

Pressure getting to him?

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And even more.  :010: :010:

I do not usually adopt this attitude but I think the quotes on Dods are a load of bollicks:

The ex-Hibs and St Johnstone defender's formal transfer request on Wednesday was refused amid talk of fresh interest from United.

With Hibs visiting this weekend, gaffer Charlie Christie revealed it was unlikely Dods would be stripped of the armband.

Christie believes Dods remains the right on-field leader and is backing the unsettled centre-half to keep performing to a high standard.

While out-of-favour Stuart Golabek is club captain, Dods has deputised since last season.

Christie said: "The captaincy is an issue.

"I spoke to Darren about it before the Aberdeen game last Saturday and he said, 'It's been an honour to captain the club and will continue to be.'

"Darren said he would give it 100 per cent commitment. I'll make a decision in the next 48 hours but can't see anything changing for Saturday.

"Darren responded really well and looked solid at Pittodrie. But there will be added pressure on him.

"There is no dilemma over whether Darren will play.

"He'll definitely feature. It's a similar situation to Stilian Petrov at Parkhead - and you saw what he did for Celtic last weekend

This is ICT not feckin Cellic. Dods performances are showing he is having difficulty handling the pressure. One more bad performance and he is off and the transfer fee lowered. Get a feckin grip.  :008: :008: :008:

wake up and smell the coffee christie :006: :012:

Coffee smells fine for me, and Charlie likes the smell as well.

Two games into the season is no time to pass judgement.

I am only passing judgement on his handling or non-handling of the Dods situation which is clearly having an upsetting effect on morale.

Hes been at fault in the last two games- if it was Munro you would want hm dropped!

It appears to me the problem is caused by Dods. He is still under contract and if we decide to play him or not is up to CC to decide. He has been partly at fault for the goals this season, but he has not suddenly become a bad player over the close season. Mental therapy may solve the problem, anyone know a good shrink........cold water does it for me.

I say we should keep him to the contract, whether he plays or not.

If he plays we could get extra revenue worth more than the transfer fees, Sky TV, cup run, league position etc. This nonsense about cashing him in now is just surrendering our rights under the contract, a legal document. He should be going nowhere unless we deem him of no further benefit to the club. Play him today Charlie, it's your choice.

No, God, none of these players suddenly become bad overnight, and Munro will be a big player for us this year. I see know one is keen to slag off Brown for his part in all this, he was as much to blame for the St Mirren goals. The Dons goal was not so culpable for the defence, pass beat them whether Dods waved his arms or not, he was not going to catch Crawford. The back five from last season were the reason we were so good, aided by Dargoals, and I see no reason they will not feature heavily this season as well.