Rovers close curtain on epic season

Posted Saturday, May 01, 2010 by PA

Raith Rovers` exhausting end to the season comes to a close when they host Ross County.

Rovers have been forced to play 11 times in the past four weeks and as a result John McGlynn has been working with a squad that has been short on numbers.

Craig Wilson and Mark Campbell have again been ruled out, while Laurie Ellis and Graeme Weir are both rated as doubtful.

McGlynn must also decide whether to rest Stephen Simmons or select him in midfield.

The Rovers boss has asked his men to achieve one final aim from a successful season where they have retained their place in the First Division and reached the semi-final of the Scottish Cup.

McGlynn said "I want us to break the 40-point barrier, which would be a fantastic achievement when you consider the injuries we suffered."

Ross County boss Derek Adams is hoping that goalkeeper Michael McGovern and midfielder Stuart Kettlewell are available for the final-day trip.

Both men picked up knocks in the 1-0 win at Ayr on Wednesday and are rated as doubtful for the clash.

Richard Brittain remains on the suspension list where he is joined by Alex Keddie, but winger Ian Vigurs is available again after his ban.

Adams' men are also feeling the effects of a demanding April with the Dingwall boss saying: "We were running on empty towards the end of the game with Ayr but we have rested since and we will be in good shape for Raith.

"After this game we can start thinking about the Scottish Cup Final."