| Two divisions may separate United from John McCormack’s men, but Bullock knows from painful experience how dangerous underestimating them can prove.
Earlier this year, in the Scottish Cup, he was between the sticks for Ross County when they were knocked out by The Ton, who at the time were heading for promotion from Division Three.
And, while he is confident United can take care of business tonight, the Englishman still expects a tough tie.
“Like the manager’s been saying, they are a good side and should probably be playing in a higher league,” he said.
“They were strong and very impressive when they won at County last season, and there is no way we are approaching this game lightly.”
That said, it would be a major surprise if United don’t reach the third round. Buoyed by that first league victory of the season, over Partick Thistle on Saturday, Bullock definitely expects them to.
“We can take a lot of confidence from winning at Thistle, because 2-0 away against anyone in the Premierleague represents a good result.
“At Firhill, we played some good football and that is what we have to aim to produce week in, week out. It’s definitely given our confidence a boost and we are looking to build on it.”
For the keeper, almost as pleasing as Charlie Miller’s two goals against the Jags was his own clean sheet — and he wants another one.
“That’s two games in a row without conceding a goal and three would be nice. For myself and the defence it is a confidence boost.”
For boss Ian McCall, the clash with Morton will bring back memories of a difficult period in his managerial career.
During a 16-match reign at Cappielow he enjoyed success on the park, but a tempestuous relationship with then owner Hugh Scott soured the experience.
Ian, though, has stressed that has nothing to do with the current regime, their manager or fans — of whom he has good memories.
“What happened to me was not down to the people in charge now and, in ‘Cowboy’, they have a very good manager who has put together a good team.”
Missing again for United will be Scott Paterson, though his return to training is going well, and Barry Robson.
Midfielder Robson could be out for up to three weeks after damaging ankle ligaments in a training accident on Friday.
There will be reduced entry tonight, with gate prices set at £12 and £6. |
