Dumbarton’s potential administration could be a game-changer for Caley Thistle in their fight to stay in League One. The news of Dumbarton likely facing a 15-point deduction due to financial issues would push Caley Jags above them in the league standings.
Inverness found themselves at the bottom of League One after entering administration last month, resulting in a points deduction. However, under the guidance of Scott Kellacher, who took over as head coach after Duncan Ferguson’s departure, Caley Thistle has shown promising results with back-to-back wins.
Their recent victory over Alloa Athletic has boosted their hopes of avoiding relegation this season. Currently sitting on four points, they are trailing behind Annan Athletic by 10 points. If Dumbarton indeed face the expected points deduction, it would place them in the automatic relegation spot, giving Caley Thistle a chance to climb up the table.
The possibility of player redundancies at Dumbarton seems slim due to their small squad size, and there are talks of retaining their manager, Stevie Farrell. With Dumbarton’s potential drop to zero points, Inverness would move up to ninth place, securing a spot in the play-offs and avoiding direct relegation to League Two.
Securing the eighth position by the end of the season would ensure Caley Thistle’s place in League One for the next season. The developments at Dumbarton could significantly impact the relegation battle in League One, offering Inverness a lifeline in their quest for survival.
