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To be fair, I think we are currently too far behind to be in a realistic title discussion. If we extend our unbeaten run for another 10 games, then we can talk.

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That's the key though. When we are conceding, goalies often take the blame. Sometimes deserved, sometimes not. Defence, however, needs a team effort from front to back with the keeper being the last resort. Much better to prevent shots on target before he is needed.

It's often hard to judge forwards, or players as there are so many factors in play over and above footballing talent. That's why we often see players over or underperform at different clubs. Theo Bair is a recent example. This far into his 15 goal season for his he had only scored 2 goals. So it can be very difficult to predict who is going to settle in and hit form.

Turns out he's not very good. Who knew?

A good defence wins titles!

Of course. I think we notice it more when we are having so much possession, but if you watch a Man City game for example, even a beast of a goal machine like Haaland misses his fair share of "easy" chances. I remember when Roberto Baggio broke the transfer fee world record. We played Italy in a World Cup qualifier (at Ibrox) and he was put through clear on goal with enough time to pick his spot. He almost put it out for a shy.

If we adopt a similar approach to the Hibs game, by applying pressure to their defence, we have a chance. That continues to be their weak spot.

I would never bet against Murray, but his scoring form has been poor this season.

I'm voting for Said today. Even though he was only a sub, I thought his introduction helped boost the energy and tempo we needed in the second half.

That was one of those games where if you're a neutral you'd be thinking a goal was always on the cards for us, and if you're a 'Well fan you're thinking we're never going to score.

Patience is a virtue. Now take your pick...

Us and about 5 other teams. I still prefer this to finishing 7th with KVV, but I'm sure there will be some activity in January.

Good job we played Slattery.

Said has been practising his final ball. Made a few good passes since he came on.

Trying a wee bit too hard to force it. I think it will come though.

You never know with JBA. Injured, sick or load balanced are all possibilities.

Academy graduate.

Sad, but true. Pundits get more mileage from having outrageous opinions than they do from tactical analysis and a good understanding of the game.

The pre-match are the regular journos from the Scottish media. The post match on our YouTube channel are our media team. Of course, the interviews on BBC telly and radio are BBC journos.

His eye rolls are almost audible at some of the journo's questions.

I only saw bits of the 2nd half, but they definitely played like a team lacking confidence. Hope it lasts.

Celtic are hilariously bad again tonight. They could be on new manager bounce by the time we play them.

Depends who JBA's replacement wants to keep

To be fair, you do seem like a trouble maker that stweards need to keep an eye on... When we were relegated to the First Division, I used to get searched by the Polis at away grounds on a regular basis. Not sure why other than I often used to have a radio (for the half time scores) in my coat pocket.