Ross County vs Stirling Albion Preview: Fit-again Lawson in County comeback

Posted Saturday, February 12, 2011 by PA

Ross County welcome back midfielder Paul Lawson for the crunch clash with Stirling Albion at the foot of the table.

However, defender Darren McCormack and striker Stevie Craig remain out injured.

Dingwall boss Willie McStay reckons his squad is now in the best shape it has been since he arrived in October.

He said: "Paul Lawson has trained for a full week now as has Michael Gardyne, Paul Di Giacomo, Darren Smith and Andy Barrowman. These guys have played games without being fully fit but they are clear of their knocks now."

McStay added: "Between now and the end of the season I want to move Ross County higher up the table, starting by taking three points from Stirling Albion."

Albion will travel north with winger Adam Strachan in their squad as a trialist.

Manager Jocky Scott is keen to sign the player on a longer basis.

Defender Ross Forsyth is also included in the squad. However, goalkeeper Callum Reidford and defender Martyn Corrigan remain out with knocks.

Scott said: "Last week was the first time I had seen the side play a competitive game and we need to improve on that showing as we gave goals away really cheaply.

"We need a win and this would be as good a game as any to win but we have to show a higher level of performance."