St Mirren Manager Expresses Optimism After Victory, Targets Top-Six Finish

Stephen Robinson, manager of St Mirren, asserted that “there’s a lot of positivity” within the club following their 2-1 triumph over Ross County, achieved despite playing with 10 men. The Buddies secured all three points thanks to Oisin Smyth’s late free-kick, after Scott Tanser received a red card in the 55th minute, thereby solidifying their sixth position in the league standings. Robinson reflected on the team’s performance, stating, “It’s funny how the narrative goes, because after 18 games we’re only two points behind last season – and that was the best start in 35 years.” He acknowledged, “We maybe haven’t won the same amount of games in a row. We’ve won two, then lost a couple instead.” He reiterated the positive atmosphere, adding, “There’s a lot of positivity, a lot of good things – and the credit has to go to this group of players.” Robinson highlighted the team’s resilience, noting, “We’ve had so many trials and tribulations off the park and they’ve not used it as an excuse.” He further praised their determination, saying, “They didn’t use going to 10 men as an excuse, and it was the same at Perth. I’ve nothing but the utmost respect for them and owe it to them to try to strengthen again in the January window.” He concluded by expressing optimism for the future: “We can hopefully continue to look forward.”