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Tam · Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2023 9:27 am Post subject:

Nice one Vinnie Laughing

PS Its amazing this great victory over a Fife rival and there has been very few fan reaction on here?

wellyboot · Joined: 14 Jul 2008 Posts: 2567 Location: Aberdeenshire

For a stand in full back I have been impressed with McGill. Calm and composed. If we didn’t have such a strong midfield then I think he would fit in there nicely too

Hankey_Bannister · Joined: 29 May 2021 Posts: 246

Noticed in the highlights there was a flare thrown on to the pitch.

when is this $h1t going to end?

CoachBombay · Joined: 14 Jul 2009 Posts: 441

Echo most of what’s been said here and on other forums. Thought we were the better side first half with Dunfermline probably having the better of the chances.

Smith and Stanton’s work for the goal was that persistence in chasing down and putting pressure on with a high press. I thought Stanton was our best player and we sat in as soon as he went off. He was constantly pick pocketing their midfield, what a player he is.

Dabrowski’s saves were incredible, especially the offside one. Just wish he came for crosses and caught them rather than punch or deflect but sure Robbie will be working on this.

I thought the starting setup was perfect. I think maybe a rocket will have been put up the collective @rses of those that didn’t start as usually, if fit, they are starting. Could do with defensive cover so hope Jubiak is on his way to Dunf and not us as much as I’d take him we have plenty options up top.
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CALDERON · Joined: 14 Jul 2008 Posts: 1723 Location: Aberdeenshire

I thought Benedictus was badly at fault for the chance that Stanton missed in the 2nd half.

Didn't think he was good enough for a team going for top 4 when he left us, and have seen nothing since to change my mind.

WillieKirk · Joined: 08 Feb 2014 Posts: 1956 Location: Portobello

Vinnie · Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2023 11:14 am Post subject:

scotty · Joined: 12 Jul 2008 Posts: 9065 Location: Almost Dysart.

A bit nerve jangling at the end but a good day.

Big Kev, dodgy punch early on but solid there after, his best display so far.
Millen, caught out a few times when he lost his man. 1st to get to our fans at full-time, I think he was emotionally charged.
McGill, strong, strong performance. Didn't get forward much but was solid in defending our left.
Watson, reads the game well and organises superbly, quite a few misplaced passes and headers that put us under the cosh when we should have been clear.
Murray, solid game, just hope that the niggle isn't too bad.
Brown, Rock solid in the heart of the midfield.
Byrne, really didn't put a foot wrong.
Smith, not his best game but did nothing wrong, fought well for his assist.
Mullin, clever movement and passing, did well.
Hamilton, gave the Pars defence a torrid time, should have had it squared to him by Stants.
Stanton, did well and took his header really well, should have either chipped Sharp for the 2nd or played in Hamilton.

Early days but The 2023-24 Rovers team seems far more resolute than previous seasons. There was real fight shown at the end, bodies on the line stuff that was great to watch.

Confidence, belief during the 90 and a further show of passion at the final whistle when they acknowledged the Rovers support.
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Heilan Rover · Joined: 24 Dec 2018 Posts: 600 Location: Lorient

Let's face guys, the Pars had us on toast for parts of that game and missed a few "easy" chances. However, that's a huge positive testament to our team who stood firm for the most part, held on to the lead after we scored, and in the end the Pars simply could not break through.

Stanton's goal after Smith's tenacious work on the left, was a top drawer header at a difficult angle. His final chance maybe should have been a pass to a better placed player, however we all seem to miraculously have perfect hindsight.

Dabrowski played well enough today and deserves his fair share of the plaudits for the shut out. His save in the second half was magnificent, and although their man was offside, Dabrowski did not know that.

McGill was a fantastic stand in for Dick, and although he would not have struck me as a natural left back before the game, I thought he rose to the challenge magnificently .

GREAT result. Well played the Lads.

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Cuparman · Joined: 12 Jul 2008 Posts: 1873 Location: Irvine

Well stated SB.👍👍🤞
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WillieKirk · Joined: 08 Feb 2014 Posts: 1956 Location: Portobello

Did anyone manage to get a picture of the Pars new banner or tifo as referenced above - I heard it was apparently a bit odd
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