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To those travelling, enjoy the day and encourage the guys to get the result we need to get the season off to a great start. I’ve signed up to the livestream, so will be with you in spirit!

I thought both our central defenders did a great job today. Arbroath played a lot of balls into the box but barely got a sniff.

Harper might be better left midfield as he is good going forward and crossing the ball.

Losing by a single goal at Tynecastle puts us on a par with Celtic. Although, these days, I a not entirely sure that's anything to boast about.

Totally agree. A rare win there and defence/Mark still managed a clean sheet despite a pounding 2nd half. A goal chalked off and a good shout for pen turned down. Im very very happy.

Stewards let them pile in too. Very poor

I like Harper and am sure he will be a great player for us. However, Deas seems to have greater presence and confidence, and seems to handle attacking players better. It was interesting that McCann played Harper in midfield when he got game time at the end of last season, and that was where he played when he came on today. We like our full backs to push forward, and as we play four at the back it can leave them exposed unless they read the game really well. I think Harper just needs more experience.

Brilliant result. Our record against the Arbroath has been pretty dreadful recently so to get a win and a clean sheet to start the season is extremely pleasing.

Well I got that competely wrong at half-time. Did anyone count the offsides? Going to have to work to learn to avoid that - can't afford to throw away so many chances in such a competitive league. A hard-fought win, but partly because we are still not firing on all cylinders. Difficult to see a structure, or a consistent threat. Walsh had good spells, but ultimately faded. Duku puts himself about but with little luck - perhaps his team-mates should learn that they might get the ball off him in unexpected situations. I only remembered that MacGregor was playing just before he was subbed. But three points are what it's all about!

Where in the ground are the away fans? Hard to tell on the livestream. 0-0 reflects the first half. Pretty even. Nouble for Arbroath looks a real handful and came close whilst Sutherland had an effort blocked on the line. We are playing too many long balls, and look best when we move it quickly. Walsh is our main outlet. This could go either way.

Great to see Billy McKay out there warming up. A fantastic option to bring on if we are in need of a goal or two late on.

Good luck today. Let's hope for a good performance and result. Mon the caley 👏🏻👏🏻😁

We need to put the disappointment of the league cup behind us..which shouldn't be too hard to do given the fact it happens almost every season. Hope we can hit the ground running and start the season with three big points.

Not back at work. Just pursuing his favourite hobby !