Punters playing it cagey

Mar 21 2008

FOLLOWING their outstanding 3-1 victory in the Scottish Cup in midweek, St Johnstone travel to Firhill in understandably buoyant mood.

With both sides in decent form – Partick held Rangers at Ibrox – tomorrow’s encounter promises another tight finish. However, home advantage ensures that Partick kick off as Blue Square’s 5/4 favourites, with the Saints a surprisingly long 2/1 according to internet firm Betdaq; another online bookie, Canbet.com, chalks 13/5 against the draw.

Few would be surprised to see the opening period ending in stalemate, rated an 11/10 shot according to Partybets and bet365’s 7/4 for the first half to finish goalless. As St Johnstone boast the best second half record of any First Division side, backing them to win following a drawn opening period (4/1 with Betdirect) could pay handsome dividends.

Bet365’s 7/1 for the away side to claim their second away win of the week 1-0 margin is worth a look.

*Odds supplied by Betrescue.com