Ayr struggling at the back

Posted Wednesday, April 28, 2010 by PA

Ayr boss Brian Reid has a defensive injury crisis to deal with as Ross County visit Somerset Park.

Reid's rearguard, which has leaked 11 goals in their last two games, will be without full-backs Chris Mitchell and Rocky Visconte and experienced centre-half Kevin James through injury.

Midfielder Kenny Connolly is also on the sidelines with a knee problem.

Reid may have to stick with Billy Gibson and Martyn Campbell, who both played with knocks in the 7-0 defeat to Inverness at the weekend.

Andy Aitken is rated at only 50/50 to make the cash.

Reid said: "We badly need a win but two wins in our last two games keeps us in this league and that is our aim."

Richard Brittain and Ian Vigurs are out for County.

Midfielder Brittain and winger Vigurs are suspended for United's third game in five days.

Boss Derek Adams is waiting on the fitness of midfielder Paul Lawson after his comeback game on Monday, while striker Steven Craig is available after shaking off a knock.

Adams is not too worried about league placings and said: "It was good to get winning again against Morton.

"I will look at where we finish come Saturday as it is more important that we keep playing well.

"Ayr will be hurting and we need to be prepared for a backlash. The last time we were there Ayr came back with 10 men for a draw so we know they can fight."