| The Perth men have won only twice on the road in the league this season — but have drawn four times in the same competition away from McDiarmid Park.
And Livingston have an identical home record, winning only twice and drawing four times in the league. But the Livi Lions have lost five times at home in the league and Saints are out to make it six.
The Perth men are still without injured skipper Kevin James but may have Martin Hardie and Jason Scotland back.
Martin missed the Scottish Cup home divide against Ayr United and Jason was taken off injured at the interval in that game, but both have managed some training and may start.
If Martin plays, it will be the first time he’s lined up in the middle alongside Derek McInnes in a St Johnstone jersey.
Derek made his debut against Ayr and is set to be in the mix against Livingston.
Paul Sheerin will also take his place in the middle of the park for Saints. “Paul is very important for us. He’s a terrific player with a great football brain, and he’s having a good season,” said team boss Owen Coyle.
Paul has also been getting among the goals and is proving to be a valuable acquisition.
Saints drew 1-1 at Livingston earlier in the season and “We’re going there in a positive frame of mind,” Owen added.
Despite making umpteen inquiries, Owen has so far failed to add to his acquisition of McInnes but, with a number of targets being pursued, he’s ever-hopeful of making additions to his squad.
It may be, though, that no new fresh faces will be brought in prior to tomorrow’s match. |
