Dunfermline Athletic Work in progress

Falkirk are bottom of the table, Dunfermline third bottom. Anyone who thinks we will be there come May needs to get along to a bookie.

The Athletic are a work in progress. A month ago we haemorrhaged 12 goals in four games. Today it is one goal in four. Despite that, Allan Johnston’s face on Friday betrayed the stress he is under, as critics highlight the contrast with the Joe Cardle-inspired team last season.

Three of the 17 points then came from an easy victory over Falkirk, a match similar to the Old Firm but without the underlying affection and mutual respect! Scoring a goal at Falkirk is the guarantee of legendary status, and this Saturday’s match will be one where we can dispense with any motivational talk.

John V Lloyd