We can confirm that we have submitted an appeal to the Scottish FA disciplinary panel over the red card shown to James Bolton in last night's win over Dundee.
The appeal is due to be heard tomorrow.
St Mirren made it two wins from two despite being reduced to 10 men in our delayed cinch Premiership match against Dundee.
Kick-off was pushed back to 8:15pm after Dundee arrived late in Paisley and it was late second-half goals from Mikael Mandron and Toyosi Olusanya - either side of a James Bolton sending off - that saw Stephen Robinson's men follow up Saturday's 3-0 win over Hibernian with another important victory.
The manager named an unchanged starting eleven following Saturday's win at Easter Road. Keanu Baccus was on the bench after returning from the Asian Cup. There were three ex-Saints in the Dundee starting line-up with Trevor Carson, Joe Shaughnessy and Curtis Main all picked by Tony Docherty.
After a stodgy opening period, the best chance of the first-half came on 25 minutes when Hyeokkyu Kwon played a brilliant pass through the Dundee defence for Mandron to run on to but the forward's strike was well saved by Dundee goalkeeper Carson.
Alex Gogic went close three minutes later when he got his head on a Caolan Boyd-Munce corner kick but glanced just wide of the far post.
Dundee had their best opportunity of the half in the final few minutes of the opening 45. The Dark Blues looked to hit Saints on the counter with Owen Beck charging clear through the middle of the park. Kwon kept up with the loanee which allowed Saints to get numbers back. Beck still got a shot away but drilled it inches by the right-hand post.
Saints looked the more likely though and came mightily close to opening the scoring 20 minutes into the second-half through substitute Baccus. The returning Australia midfielder was brought on just before the hour mark and was inches away from breaking the deadlock on 65 minutes with a thundering effort that crashed off the bar and over. Boyd-Munce's clipped ball from just inside the box was palmed out by Carson only as far as Baccus who smashed his volley off the woodwork.
Saints' persistent paid off as we made the breakthrough with less than 20 minutes to go when Mandron made it two goals in two matches. Tanser's cross was headed out by Owen Dodgson only as far as Mandron who brought it down on his chest before lashing home from the edge of the box. Carson got two hands to it but couldn't prevent it hitting the net much to the delight of the 5000+ home support.
The Buddies searched for more and could have had a second on 80 minutes when substitute Lewis Jamieson saw a shot well saved by Carson. Greg Kiltie should have wrapped the game up two minutes later when he got in behind the Dundee defence but sclaffed his effort wide.
Saints looked set to be forced into an anxious final few minutes when Bolton was show a straight red card for a challenge on Dodgson. It appeared to be a harsh call from referee Steven McLean, but despite being sent to the pitchside monitor by the VAR, the whistler stuck with his original call.
Far be it from hanging on, Stephen Robinson's side would go on to seal the victory in injury time when they hit Dundee on the counter. Tanser found Olusanya who held his line brilliant - being played onside by Dodgson - before bursting forward with his electric pace and showing composure to slot home into the near post. The offside flag was raised, but any fears of it not counting were soon assuaged when VAR confirmed the forward was onside and the goal stood. That ensured another big three points for the Buddies to move nine points clear of sixth place Dundee.
Full-Time: St Mirren 2-0 Dundee
St Mirren: Hemming, Bolton, Gogic, Fraser (c), Bwomono, Kwon (Baccus 58), Boyd-Munce, Tanser, Kiltie, Mandron (Olusanya 87), Scott (Jamieson 68, Dunne 87)
Subs Not Used: Urminsky, Taylor, Brown, Flynn, Ayunga
Dundee: Carson, McGhee, Ashcroft (Astley 67), Shaughnessy (c), Dodgson, Beck, Cameron (Bakayoko 77), Boateng (Mulligan 77), McCowan, Mellon (Tiffoney 67), Main (Robinson 59)
Subs Not Used: Sharp, Robertson, Donnelly, Sylla
Referee: Steven McLean
Assistant Referee: Chris Rae
Assistant Referee: Colin Drummond
Fourth Official: George Calder
VAR: Gavin Duncan
Attendance: 5,737
Kick-off for tonight's match has been delayed until 8:15pm after traffic issues saw Dundee arrive late to The SMiSA Stadium.
It's a night under the lights at The SMiSA Stadium as Saints host Dundee in the cinch Premiership.
St Mirren vs Dundee
cinch Premiership
Venue: The SMiSA Stadium, Paisley
Date: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Kick-off: 7:45pm
The match day officials for Wednesday's match against Dundee are as follows:
Referee: Steven McLean
Assistant Referee: Chris Rae
Assistant Referee: Colin Drummond
Fourth Official: George Calder
VAR: Gavin Duncan
Assistant VAR: Graham McNeillie
The game kicks-off at 7:45pm and season tickets are valid for the match. Full instructions on how to download and use the Future Ticketing digital app can be found HERE.
Turnstiles will open to supporters from 6:45pm. Supporters are advised to arrive early to avoid delays in getting into the stadium.
The St Mirren Ticket Office is open between 5pm until just after kick-off.
The match is all ticket – tickets will be on sale (subject to availability) UNTIL KICK-OFF. Tickets are on sale at the St Mirren Ticket Office and online at stmirren.com/matchtickets. The fastest and easiest way to buy tickets for the home end is online at stmirren.com/matchtickets. Tickets will also be available in the West Stand Ticket booth which will be open from 6:45pm.
Dundee have their full allocation of tickets. There will be no sales to away supporters at tonight's match.
Ticket Office Phone No: (0141) 840-6130
St Mirren Ticket Office E-Mail: tickets@stmirren.com
PPV is available for supporters within the UK and Ireland at a cost of £12.50. To buy a PPV pass please click HERE.
International subscribers to St Mirren TV can still watch the match live as part of their subscription, while UK subscribers can listen to live audio coverage.
Supporters are planning a minute's applause on the 21st minute to pay tribute to St Mirren supporter Gerald Green who tragically passed away at the age of 21 following illness.
Everyone at St Mirren Football Club pays its condolences to Gerald's loved ones at this sad time.
| Adult | £26 |
| Concessions* | £16 |
| Child (under 12) | £6 |
| Wheelchair User** | £16 |
| Carer | Free |
* 65+, full-time student, wheelchair users and U18s.
** – The 'Wheelchair user' ticket is only available to purchase directly from the Ticket Office, it is not available online. Proof must be provided for anyone requiring a carer. To be entitled to a free carer ticket you must be in receipt of the higher rate mobility component of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
| Adult | £26 |
| Concessions* | £16 |
| Child (under 12) | £6 |
| Wheelchair User** | £16 |
| Carer | Free |
* 65+, full-time student, wheelchair users and U18s.
** – The 'Wheelchair user' ticket is only available to purchase directly from the Ticket Office, it is not available online. Proof must be provided for anyone requiring a carer. To be entitled to a free carer ticket you must be in receipt of the higher rate mobility component of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
| Adult | £26 |
| Concessions* | £16 |
| Child (under 12) | £6 |
| Wheelchair User** | £16 |
| Carer | Free |
Please note that the Tony Fitzpatrick Family Stand is a Family Stand and therefore we expect no swearing within this area.
* 65+, full-time student, wheelchair users and U18s.
** – The 'Wheelchair user' ticket is only available to purchase directly from the Ticket Office, it is not available online. Proof must be provided for anyone requiring a carer. To be entitled to a free carer ticket you must be in receipt of the higher rate mobility component of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
| Adult | £26 |
| Concessions* | £16 |
| Child (under 12) | £6 |
| Wheelchair User** | £16 |
| Carer | Free |
* 65+, full-time student, wheelchair users and U18s.
** – The 'Wheelchair user' ticket is only available to purchase directly from the Ticket Office, it is not available online. Proof must be provided for anyone requiring a carer. To be entitled to a free carer ticket you must be in receipt of the higher rate mobility component of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
The club would like to remind supporters of parking restrictions in and around The SMiSA Stadium on matchdays. Please click here for the full update.
Please note that seasonal car park passes have now sold out but a limited amount of matchday parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis for £5.
Red Zone - South
For hospitality and home disabled supporters (subject to availability).
To enter/exit Greenhill Road. Hospitality ticket to be shown for entry.
Black Zone - Southwest
For Family Stand and Main Stand Patrons.
To enter/exit via Drums Avenue.
White Zone - West
For West Stand Patrons and Pay on the Day. Home disabled supporters in bays behind West Stand. Away disabled supporters in bays behind the dome.
To enter/exit via Ferguslie Park Avenue.
At the SMiSA Stadium we have an electronic ticketing system in place at the turnstiles.
The process of using the system is fairly straight-forward and easy to use:
The whole process will only take a few seconds.
Please note that there will be stewards in attendance to help where required.
The Club has been made aware of problems occasioned by inconsiderate parking in the area of Tannahill Road.
Seemingly supporters are parking despite the presence of double yellow lines and as a consequence local bus routes are also being blocked because streets in this area are narrow and fans are parking on both sides. People, many of whom are elderly, are having to walk from Greenhill Road to their homes because buses can’t get access.
Residents who have cars parked in driveways are experiencing similar difficulties getting their vehicles in and out. On being approached by local residents some supporters have been somewhat aggressive which could lead to confrontation.
St Mirren Football Club strives to be a good neighbour and we would ask that ALL supporters attending the stadium not only park in accordance with local parking restrictions but also give consideration to the needs of local residents by parking sensibly so as not to occasion an unnecessary obstruction.
We are also aware of problems with patrons parking at the front of the Main Stand to pick up disabled supporters at the end of the game. This area is a 'no parking' zone on match days (with cones on the road) and has to be kept clear for emergency access. It is an inappropriate location for disabled spectator uplifts, as not only does it cause an obstruction on the road, it also causes a danger to pedestrians leaving the stadium.
Please note that the designated pick-up/drop off points are either in Drums Avenue or the two lay-byes on Ferguslie Park Avenue.
BY ROAD
Follow signs for Paisley & Glasgow Airport. Exit the M8 at Junction 29 (St James’ Interchange) which is just after Glasgow Airport turn off if travelling east to west. Be careful not to exit on to the A737 which is signposted for Irvine. It is best to stay in the middle lane when passing the Airport as this leads naturally to the St James’ Interchange exit.
At the interchange take the first left onto a dual carriageway with some football parks on the left hand side. Follow this road and after a sharp right hand bend you should now be in Greenock Road. Then take your first right on to Clark Street and drive to the end of the street which is the junction with Greenhill Road, turn left and you will see the stadium on the opposite side of the road.
BY RAIL
Get train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Paisley St James – exit from the station is straight onto Greenhill Road where the stadium is facing you. To plan your journey by rail with Scotrail please click HERE.
BY BUS
Most buses will stop at Paisley Cross or Mill Street, from both you will see the Paisley Town Hall. From the Town Hall cross the High Street towards the Piazza Shopping Centre, when acoss walk towards the town centre until you come to Gilmour Street. Turn right on to Gilmour Street and walk towards the railway station which is about 150 yards away. From there you can get train to Paisley St James or if you prefer to walk the following routes are advised by the police:
Home fans: cross road to the left on to St James Street – follow through up Underwood Road then turn right at Greenhill Road where stadium is 200 yards further along the road. Access to the Main Stand is from Greenhill Road and the South and West Stands will be accessed from Drums Avenue.
Away fans: cross road to Love Street continue up the street till you come to Albion Street where you will turn left. Follow Albion Street until you come to the junction with Greenock Road where you will turn right. Cross the road then walk about 200 yards before taking your first left on to Clark Street. Walk straight up Clark Street to the end of the street which is the junction with Greenhill Road, turn left and you will see the the stadium on the opposite side of the road. Access to the North Stand will be from Ferguslie Park Avenue.
St Mirren Football Club is delighted to confirm that James Bolton has agreed a one-year contract extension with the club that will keep him at Saints until summer 2025.
The 29-year-old defender joined the club in July 2023 following the expiry of his contract at English Championship side Plymouth Argyle.
James made his debut in our Viaplay Cup group stage win against Forfar Athletic in July and has made 18 appearances for the Saints so far this season including six starts in our last six matches.
Manager Stephen Robinson said: "James had to be patient for his chance. Our three centre-halves started the season well, but he’s been the ultimate professional and now broken into the team.
He adds a bit of steel and I think James will keep getting better with games.
"Sometimes there is a lot of focus on bringing players in, but I think it’s just as important to retain the players that you’ve got. I think it’s a really good bit of business."
St Mirren host Dundee at The SMiSA Stadium on Wednesday night in cinch Premiership action.
Saints come into to Wednesday night's match on the back of a terrific 3-0 win away to Hibernian at Easter Road on Saturday. Goals from Alex Gogic, Greg Kiltie and Mikael Mandron saw Stephen Robinson's men make it two away wins on the spin and move to within a point of fourth place in the cinch Premiership.
Despite twice leading, Dundee lost 3-2 to Hearts at The Scot Foam Stadium on Saturday. Tony Docherty's side sit directly below Saints in sixth place - six points behind the Buddies, but with two games in hand.
The Dark Blues have won one, drawn one and lost two of their four league matches since the return from the winter break.
Match Details
St Mirren v Dundee
Competition: cinch Premiership
Date: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Kick-off: 7:45pm
Venue: The SMiSA Stadium
Season tickets are valid for Wednesday night's match. Non-season ticket holders can buy home end tickets at stmirren.com/matchtickets or at the St Mirren Ticket Office, subject to availability.
Away supporters can buy tickets directly from Dundee.
International subscribers to St Mirren TV can watch the match live on tv.stmirren.com as part of their subscription. PPV is also available for those within the UK and Ireland for £12.50 at ppv.stmirren.com.
Both sides have a victory each in the two meetings between the two this season.
An own goal from ex-Saint Joe Shaughnessy, coupled with a Mandron header saw the Buddies defeat Dundee 2-1 at The SMiSA Stadium back in August in our first home league match of the season.
Dundee won 4-0 when the sides met at the Scot Foam Stadium at Dens Park in November.
Dundee's last win in Paisley came in October 2021 when Max Anderson scored in a 1-0 win for the Dark Blues.
Mandron scored the winner when we last faced Dundee at The SMiSA Stadium (Image: Allan Picken)
Steven McLean is the referee on Wednesday night. Chris Rae and Colin Drummond are his assistants and George Calder is the Fourth Official.
Gavin Duncan is the video assistant referee (VAR) and he's assisted by Graham McNeillie.
Tickets for our Scottish Gas Scottish Cup Fifth Round tie at home to Celtic are now on general sale at the St Mirren Ticket Office.
Saints face Celtic at The SMiSA Stadium on Sunday, meeting the Hoops at the Fifth Round stage for the second season in a row.
Season ticket holders had until Sunday 4th February 2024 to guarantee their seat before all remaining seats before the general sale commenced from 10am on Monday 5th January.
As is standard for any home matches against Celtic and Rangers, non-season ticket holders buying in the general sale must have purchased tickets for (and subsequently attended) at least two home matches at The SMiSA Stadium this season. These are only available at the St Mirren Ticket Office or by calling 0141-840-6120. Online sales are reserved for season ticket holders only.
St Mirren vs Celtic
Scottish Gas Scottish Cup Fifth Round
Venue: The SMiSA Stadium, Paisley
Date: Sunday 11th February 2024
Kick-off: 2pm
Please note season tickets will not be valid and your season ticket card won't be activated for this match.
You will receive an email with your e-ticket which can be printed off or used on your mobile device and scanned at the turnstiles.
Ticket prices are as follows:
| Adults | £25 |
| Concessions* | £17 |
| U12s** | £12 |
*65 and over and 13-17
**Must be bought with a full-paying adult
Wheelchair will be charged at concession price of £12.
Ambulant disabled will be charged at age appropriate rate and carer free of charge if proof provided.
You saw the togetherness at the end. That's what football is about."
The manager was delighted at St Mirren's 3-0 win away to Hibernian in the cinch Premiership.
Three first-half goals saw St Mirren earn a big win away to Hibernian in the cinch Premiership.
Alex Gogic, Greg Kiltie and Mikael Mandron all netted in a blistering first-half performance that saw Saints leave the capital with all three points.
Stephen Robinson made three changes as Caolan Boyd-Munce came in for the injured Mark O'Hara. James Scott came in for his first start, while Mandron also started with Lewis Jamieson and Jonah Ayunga on the bench.
Saints started fast with Greg Kiltie having an opportunity within the first 90 seconds that forced a low save from veteran Hibernian goalkeeper David Marshall.
The bright opening would be rewarded with Saints taking the lead on eight minutes. It came after a delightful dinked ball from Caolan Boyd-Munce found Gogic got in between two Hibs defenders to bullet home the header.
The Buddies controlled the first-half and would have a chance to double their lead on 34 minutes when referee Willie Collum awarded a penalty for a handball after Mandron's effort came off the hand Hibs defender Nectarios Triantis. Kiltie stepped up and made no mistake from 12 yards as he slammed low into the middle of the net to make it 2-0.
Saints could have quickly made it 3-0 when Scott Tanser's wicked delivery was helped on by Scott to Elvis Bwomono at the back post. The wing-back was in acres of space but saw his shot blocked well by Marshall.
The Buddies would add a third before the interval with Mandron netting in the final minutes of normal time in the half. Boyd-Munce's corner floated all the way to the far post where Mandron on hand to sweep home from close range.
Hibernian manager Nick Montgomery made three changes at the break as Hibs looked to find a way back into the match. Dylan Levitt, Jair Tavares and Elie Youan were replaced by Dylan Vente, Nathan Moriah-Welsh and Eliezer Mayenda on. But it was Saints who had the first opportunity of the half when Bwomono dragged an effort wide on 48 minutes.
Stephen Robinson made his first change a little over 10 minutes into the second-half with Jamieson on for Scott. And the 21-year-old had a good opportunity to score within a minute of his introduction but lashed a volley over the bar. Jamieson was unlucky not to be on the scoresheet when a vital intervention saw him denied a tap-in on 63 minutes.
There wasn't too much in the way of work for either goalkeeper but it was still the Buddies who looked the more likely to add to their tally. Boyd-Munce saw a powerful drive from 25 yards fly just wide as the match headed into its final 15 minutes. The midfielder almost scored directly from a corner in the final 10 minutes with Marshall having to push over.
The Buddies three first-half goals were enough to earn an important three points in our first away match of 2024.
Full-Time: Hibernian 0-3 St Mirren
St Mirren: Hemming, Bolton (Dunne 62), Gogic, Fraser (c), Bwomono (Brown 81), Kwon (Flynn 81), Boyd-Munce, Tanser, Kiltie, Mandron (Olusanya 81), Scott (Jamieson 56)
Subs Not Used: Urminsky, Taylor, Penman, Ayunga
Hibernian: Marshall, Whittaker (Megwa 65), Triantis, Fish, Obita, Tavares (Moriah-Welsh 46), Newell, Maolida (Le Fondre 69), Marcondes, Levitt (Vente 46), Youan (Mayenda 46)
Subs Not Used: Wollacott, Cadden, Amos, Stevenson
Referee: William Collum
Assistant Referee: Alan Mulvanny
Assistant Referee: Stuart Stevenson
Fourth Official: Colin Steven
VAR: Alan Muir
St Mirren Football Club can confirm that Stav Nahmani’s loan has ended and the forward has returned to Maccabi Haifa.
The 21-year-old joined Saints on loan from the Israeli side in July and would go on to make 13 appearances for the Buddies, scoring three times.
However, game time was limited for the forward with just four starts during his time at Paisley.
We thank Stav for all his efforts during his time at St Mirren and wish him every success in his future career.
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