Give the team credit for our balance

Too often folk are ready to write us off after one poor show. The point here is simple: we aren’t a one-man side and that balance — both in goals and shape — is what’s kept us picking up results.

We keep hearing the same line — bottling it, not taking chances, panic. To be fair, fans can be harsh. But look beyond the soundbites: this team has been gathering points because the goalscome from all over the pitch, not just one talisman. You can see why that steadies a side when a striker goes quiet.

Tactical shape and why it matters

The manager has worked a style that suits the squad. When teams sit narrow and crowd the centre forward, you end up with bodies around the CF and fewer clear chances through the middle. The sensible response is to use the width, runners from deep and shots from distance — stuff that spreads the threat across the team. That means you don’t suddenly collapse if one striker has an off day.

Squad balance beats reliance

You only need to look at the other sides to see the risk of over-reliance. Hearts missing their main goal threat is a blow to them; Celtic leaning on one striker makes them vulnerable when he’s not on form. We’ve been fortunate to have goals from outside the number nine. You even posted the stat: 63% of our goals have come from open play (32). That underlines the point — plenty of scorers contribute.

So what now?

I’m not saying there’s nothing to work on. Targeting strikers more could yield extra goals, but it might also upset the distribution that’s been earning us points. The truth is we should applaud the current balance and be wary of tinkering for tinkering’s sake. Different view, same goal — keep picking up results.

Written by Angus1812: 17 May 2026