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Been at most of the friendlies now and I thought that game yesterday was a good run out for the boys. Jordan Roberts - every time I watch this guy I'm impressed. Really nice touches and his turn is nothing short of beautiful. Brilliant find. Nat Wedderburn - don't want to be too harsh on him but left back is not his position, looked very off the pace and didn't really get stuck in. A guy that size should be putting people on their backsides every time. J.J. Hooper - haven't been impressed by him at all in the previous friendlies but he was better yesterday. One thing about him is he has some strike on him. Dani Lopez - I know people wouldn't be impressed by his ball work yesterday but his off the ball movement was very good. Some of the runs he was making would have left st mirren defenders for dead if he was played in. And I think that once he gains confidence he will start demanding that ball over the top or to feet. Definitely worth a 1 year contract. Oliver Norburn - was quite impressed with him yesterday. If we sign him I don't think he will start but definitely good cover to have.

Am I the only one that thinks that these two games are a "bonus" and that we have nothing to lose so we all go out and enjoy ourselves on and off the pitch. Let's not forget that we are a wee club, in practically pre season training and putting together a squad to maintain our profile and standing in Scottish football. Astra have quite a European pedigree and must be clear favourites. Let's just enjoy our Caley "Holiday" - You and Me

So he appears to be suggesting he has already signed on Twitter. Been retweeting welcome messsges from people but there is nothing official yet? Is the club still on dial up Internet?!!

These 2 games are a huge bonus, but the fruit of many years hard work. I don't think any ICT followers dont want us to take it serious and try to win, however these occasions have to be enjoyed by all, it may never happen again. IMO there is too much credence being given to numbers who will or won't attend. The people who matter, know the significance of it all, and will be there, if circumstances allow. Personally, I can't wait

I bet you a pony he will be OK ?

That was their new manager's old team and he took 3 of their players with him to Astra so to only draw at home is a poor result Astra have lost their best centre half (Youssef) and 3 centre mids with more than 90 caps between them. No notable signings made that will improve their team from last season. Still a very good team though - Budescu & William are definitely their main threat Massive overhaul of their team so they are in a similar position to us in that sense. I definitely give us a good chance over the 2 legs

Had my annual glance at the sleepy wee jailender forum yesterday and there was an interesting thread about their aspirations for this season. After about a page of sensible stuff it quickly degenerated into an ICT slagfest with the usual name calling etc. still, looking on the bright side - after the first week of July, word has finally reached Dingwall that we won the cup!

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