Stirling Observer

Well done young lads. Semi final against one of the big guns incoming. Are the semis a neutral venue or luck of the draw?

That second half performance was pitiful. We didn't even try and attack until they equalised. First half was okay but nothing special. Barely created anything bar the goal. I don't know if the players play with fear, or a lack of bite (I'm not saying they aren't trying, it's that bit of aggression or making that run off the ball). Mentality is half the battle.

Creativity is a problem. Gardyne provided some and won't play again so he needs replaced. Doran is getting a good run in the team. He is looking leaner and last night I thought he was looking slightly better than a very average performance that we are used to this season. Really need him to kick on and contribute some assists and goals. I do think we have looked better when Sutherland plays in behind McKay as he runs beyond the last man but we need Walsh, Roddy, Doran etc to do the same starting from the wide areas then driving into the middle on the last man's shoulder. Sometimes our play is pretty but easy to defend against. There is lots to fix, but if we do fix them, we are starting from a great position...well in the league anyway.

Roddy will be the best signing of the summer, potentially for years to come.

Hopefully it was just common sense to rest him. It was essentially a friendly for us. Main priority is Arbroath so better to leave him at home to rest up and not aggravate anything so he can start on Saturday

Gardyne was for 'endangering an opponent'. I saw it as a late tackle but he did the old scissor kick motion which probably sealed his fate. Still soft in my eyes but I'm massively biased. Thought MacGregor provided good energy and guile. Ridgers was outstanding. Deas did well at lb against Gino, oh Gino, Ginelli. Sutherland and the wingers played much deeper to provide much more protection to the defence. 1st half was decent. 2nd half we struggled to threaten at all and conceded too many chances.

No. But he needs to realise quicker in game situations when things are working

Just to add Cove were depleted

Massively worrying that Dodds has persisted with the same formation again for another 90mins. We have conceded 5 goals against L1/2 clubs in 2 games and couldn't keep the ball against Cove. We were so wide open. Felt sorry for the central midfielders chasing shadows

Both players had 2 spells at the club but have changed roles/positions on their return so I will only make comment on their most recent season with us. Both are players who I would have been happy to see stay but also not that fussed they are gone. Both squad players for us. Storey started more games last season but while dangerous due to his pace and strength often makes the wrong decisions whilst attacking. I think in Scotland, players have worked out how to play against him and his is often ineffective. Perhaps a new league will suit him and he can catch defenders off guard with his tricks/pace. Vincent, played less due to injuries and form. He is an organiser and talker. He will try to break up play and will keep the ball. Doesn't offer much going forward. Solid, no frills player

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However he has left with Livi's goalkeeping coach. Can't see Esson being punted. Rumours Fox/Caig will join Hearts coaching staff

This would fit the profile and has the links to Robbo/Hearts/Gardiner.

What he said.