ST Johnstone – ST Mirren

Match analysis

Johnstone host Mirren in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the title hunt, with the visitors perched just three points above the hosts. Johnstone sit seventh with seven points from six games, having scored eight and conceded nine, while Mirren sit fourth on ten points, boasting a positive goal difference after netting eight and allowing six. The two sides have already met twice this season, each taking a point from the other, so the encounter could swing the momentum in Mirren’s favour as they chase a top‑three finish. For Johnstone, a win would close the gap and revive their push for a European spot, but they will need to tighten up defensively to keep Mirren’s attack at bay.