Forfar vs Ayr Utd. preview - Gallacher sits out first leg
Posted Wednesday, May 11, 2011 by PA
Forfar have a full squad of players available to manager Dick Campbell for their first-leg play-off semi-final against Ayr with the exception of goalkeeper Scott Gallacher.
Gallacher is struggling with a thigh problem, but Chris Templeman is available after suspension and looks set to return to the starting line up for a tie that Forfar's assistant manager Ian Campbell believes is too close to call.
Ayr finished ahead of Forfar in the table on goal difference and Campbell said: "There's nothing between the sides and we're viewing this as a game that lasts 180 minutes.
"Ayr have a really strong midfield and dangerous strikers, but we'll be well organised and ready for kick off. Bring it on."
Ayr defender Dean Keenan will miss out through injury, but otherwise manager Brian Reid, who believes the side that handles the pressure best will prosper, has no other injury or suspension problems.
Reid said: "It's down now to the character of the players and who copes best with the pressure that's on both teams.
"Forfar have very experienced players and have used the loan market well to augment their squad, but we will be ready for them as we have some good players of our own.
"It will be a night for calm heads as there's nothing between the sides and nothing will be decided at Station Park. It will be a night for keeping our discipline and remaining focused."
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