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Lee Mair probably a risk as he's not shone at either D Utd or the Dons, so could end up another McGuire. I wouldn't be against it myself as I think he could actually shine, given a longer run in a team. He was a very promising player before the big injury a few years ago.

It was to stop clubs (like Motherwell) who would buy players they couldn't afford, or not pay proper attention to their infrastructure whilst spending on players. The one-size-fits-all does seem unfair though.

After the way they treated Paul Sturrock, not too sad myself.

I'd like to see Hamilton go down but I sincerely doubt they will. Both St Mirren and Falkirk try to play football (although it doesn't seem to have worked for Falkirk this season), so can't dislike them too much. Falkirk's a strange one. On paper, they look a pretty strong team but people like Barr and O'Brien especially have been so poor for them. And yet, at the start, any team in the bottom six would have grabbed either of them. ICT's only hope is Falkirk to be as p*ss poor as they have been the rest of the season. One good result for us and one bad one for them could put it all to bed... ...but I do wish we had beaten Hamilton just there. That was a big big game.

Um...no...Inverness (hence posting regularly here and having the category of 'First Team' under my handle). St Mirren before that. ICT's very first game? Friendly with Saint Mirren. So from the very off, my old team was dropped. As for a British league, that would benefit both Rangers AND Celtic, and in my opinion, at least one Edinburgh team, probably Aberdeen and maybe a Dundee. As for Britain and Scotland: In athletics, I want Scotland to win in the Commonwealth Games and Britain in the Olympics. In rugby, I want Scotland to win in the World Cup and the British Lions to win in the tours. Be pretty strange otherwise surely? :thumb04: I'd be happy enough with either Scotland or Britain competing for the World Cup. If, in some twisted world, everyone is either Rangers or Celtic, then not wanting a British team then surely makes you a Celtic fan? Or maybe, like me, I have no interest in either of the OF and can think for myself? But, it's just sport. I'm not a raging nationalist or unionist (if you really want to know, a federalist and an internationalist). I also support Canada (my birthplace) and Egypt (through my wife). It's football, not politics. Oh and from Pie & Bovril, my first accusation came as: "You'll also have all the bluenoses on your case for being a closet Celtic fan" and from my blog: "I'm a supporter of Inverness Caledonian Thistle first and foremost. I support all the Scottish clubs in Europe. I am not a closet supporter of either Rangers or Celtic (I await my first accusation!) or any other team for that matter." Pretty strange being accused of being a Rangers supporter on another team's website. Wonder if this happens at other clubs?

So politically motivated that I started with the statement that I didn't mind one way or another. I presume it's an attempt at humour as I doubt anyone could be so dim. Certainly, the conversation with you is boring me and almost certainly others, so I'll retire from it. (although I did notice no protest at the 'green-eyed leanings' comment, which I think says it all)

No disrespect to any of the teams mentioned but the English FA would laugh any and all of them out of any meeting Edinburgh has the population and prestige to have a go at the English League. I could easily see an ambitious buyer seeing the potential and going for it. Aberdeen likewise. A united Dundee team? Well, it doesn't have the prestige of the capital city or the money of an oil city (along with transport links) but could I see them in a British league? Probably. Partly because of the history of Dundee United.

Nope, not Rangers minded. I'm both Scots and British (and Canadian as it happens, hell European as well!). I don't see that one diminishes the other. If there was to be a British league, I'd have no problem opening it up to an Irish league too. I doubt in the age of Easyjet, traveling costs would necessarily kill that idea. It would just require forward planning. Already the English Division 1 is richer than most Scottish clubs, so it would actually boost most incomes. Certainly, if you take Rangers and Celtic out of the SPL.

I would expect a number of teams to try to follow, especially Aberdeen, Hearts, Hibs and Dundee/Dundee United. Basically a British league. That would then lead to the demise of the national team. I know some people will hate it but I'm not too against it myself. I think the English bias would be lost rapidly and the leagues would be more exciting all round. That said, I'm also not overly for it. Basically I'm happy either way )

For me, he's best in a wing position. As we're leaking goals, I would play a more cautious game then unleash Imrie in the second half to have a go at tired legs. Every player can lose form and it seems Munro's loss has come at a crucial time. With Tokely making a strong claim and Mihadjuks first name on the sheet, then, captain or not, Munro has to stand aside. That said, he's a decent player so it doesn't mean drop him and never come back. Purely a loss of form.

Can't recall Gattheusi ever playing central defence.

Has the world stopped revolving? A sensible team from Renegade? There is hope after all! (by the way, don't get het up, I'm paying you a compliment) A little bit too attacking for an away game with the Saints far better in attack (especially attack-minded midfielders) for me so I go with: Esson Gattheusi - - - Tokely - - - Mihadjuks - - - Dejbi-Zadi Proctor Kerr - - - Black - - - Vigurs Morais - - - Foran Proctor to cut out the threat of Dorman. A bit risky at the back, with a new right-back and dropping the captain. Vigurs back in a skillful three-man midfield, with a bit of bite. Front two are also fairly mobile and can drop deep under pressure. Imrie to come on and skin them in the last half-hour. Goal threats from the three midfielders from range, plus two finishers up front against a dodgy back four of Saint Mirren (well, a pretty average three of them anyway). If I was Butcher and saw Gattheusi wasn't up to it, then I'd go for our usual 4-4-2, only with Vigurs, i.e.: Esson, Tokely Munro Mihadjuks Djebi-Zadi, Proctor Black Kerr Vigurs, Foran Morais

He probably thought McCarthy was the biggest threat, so Duncan was there to nullify him. I remember quite a few of us (including myself) calling for Tokely to be put at centre-back after Dods left. I remember him playing there when we were in, ooh, was it the Second Division? Not sure. But always looked as though that would be a natural position.

Not listened to or seen the match, so can't comment too much, only to say that if we can't beat Hamilton on a dismal run in our backyard, then I fear for our chances. Really, we can only hope the Bairns don't recover any form.

Earlier in the season, I thought of Barrowman as someone who needed service and a not to be used as a target man, then he may start banging them in. But, having seen him when he's had the chance, I just don't think he's got it. Reminds me of Harald Braatbakk (spelling?).

Glancy would run around like the proverbial sapphired-bottom Diptera species but to little effect (just realised how much that sounds like Imrie!)

Killie (not far off being a top 6 team IMHO) Saint Mirren (not a great defence but a bit quality going forward) Hamilton (see St Mirren) ICT (just about) Falkirk (that loss to Killie must have had an effect)

Oops, sorry. Dropped against Coventry. BTW, I knew Gordon had played a couple of games but still not regular.

I'd keep the same team, only drop DZ for Hastings. He's up against McArthur next week. Don't fancy his chances. I'd normally call for Foran up front but I think he can provide a goal threat coming in from the left against McClenahan, although Imrie should drop a bit deeper, so: Esson Tokely - Munro - Mihadjuks - Hastings Proctor - Kerr - Black Imrie - Foran Morais Vigurs definitely on the bench.

More trouble for Burley and Scotland. None of our goalkeepers are playing regular football. Marshall's just been dropped by Coventry.

I don't have a problem in taking on the best players from smaller clubs. Tommy McLean did that really well at Motherwell. Whereas they were the best player at their previous club, they became a decent player at 'Well, with some good products of the youth policy.

For me, the jury's still out. The prosecution certainly made their case in no uncertain terms but Burley still has a very good chance of saving himself.

Constantly flicking between the Liverpool/Chelsea and the Saints/Rangers (on Libya Sport) matches*. Still couldn't bring myself to cheer on Rangers. *I think, mmmmmm, maybe the Liverpool match was slightly better football, yeah, I'll stick with that, just had that little something extra

Keep hold of what we've got and we will be ok. That saying, I expect Foran to move on. Possibly Mihadjuks. I could see Morais and Kerr staying. However, if we do keep everyone, then probably 'just' Black to replace. If Saints go down, there's a few there that could be useful - actually I think Mason's contract is ending, so he would do for a start. I've always liked him as a player. Also, Killie could have a firesale. Don't know who we could get at Hamilton (assuming we can't afford McArthur, McCarthy and Offiong) that would improve us, whilst Falkirk's best players are all on their last legs (Pressley, McNamara, Lovell, McCann). Higdon maybe? Surprised how poor Burton O'Brien has been, and Barr. I've heard Rangers might be looking to offload a couple