Ross County boss Don Cowie is feeling the heat as his team continues to struggle in the final stretch of the season. The Staggies are hanging on by a thread, sitting two points behind Dundee in the 11th place play-off spot they’ve become all too familiar with in recent years.
Their latest defeat came at the hands of Hearts, who managed to turn things around after Ronan Hale’s early goal with a Lawrence Shankland brace and an Alan Forrest strike. It’s been a tough pill to swallow for the County faithful, who are starting to lose hope in their team’s ability to secure a spot in the Premiership next season.
Cowie didn’t hold back in expressing his concerns, admitting that the situation is far from ideal. He knows that the upcoming three matches will be crucial for their survival in the league. The first challenge will be against St Johnstone, and Cowie is well aware of the daunting task ahead.
Despite the disappointing results, Cowie remains composed and determined to turn things around. He believes that his team showed more promise in their recent performance, but they fell short once again. The missed opportunities and defensive lapses have been a recurring issue for County, and they need to address these issues quickly if they want to stand a chance in the remaining games.
With Hearts in a state of turmoil following Neil Critchley’s departure, County had a chance to take advantage of their instability. However, the visitors came out strong and dominated the early stages of the game. County’s energy and determination paid off when Ronan Hale found the back of the net against the run of play.
The away fans were quick to voice their frustrations, directing their anger towards the club’s hierarchy. Despite their early lead, County couldn’t hold on as Shankland equalized before adding a second goal to put Hearts in the driver’s seat. County’s attempts to get back into the game were in vain, as Hearts sealed the deal with a third goal late in the match.
It was a bitter pill to swallow for County, who now face an uphill battle to secure their place in the top flight next season. With Dundee still within reach, Cowie is hoping for a turnaround in their upcoming matches to keep their hopes alive.
In the midst of uncertainty and pressure, Cowie remains optimistic and determined to guide his team through this challenging period. As they prepare to face St Johnstone in their next fixture, the Staggies will need to dig deep and find a way to bounce back from their recent setbacks.
It’s a tough road ahead for Ross County, but Cowie is not giving up without a fight. The fate of the team hangs in the balance, and only time will tell if they have what it takes to secure their Premiership status for another season.
