Raith Rovers vs Partick Thistle preview - Williamson in line for Rovers return

Captain Iain Davidson is available after a one game ban as Raith Rovers look to complete a hat-trick of wins over visitors Partick Thistle.

Midfielder Iain Williamson could also return after making a quicker than expected recovery from a foot injury he picked up against Livingston last Saturday.

Rovers manager John McGlynn said: "We thought Iain would be out for a few games but he has improved a lot quicker than expected and he could make this one."

Raith have slipped to ninth place and McGlynn wants an improvement after seven games without a win.

He added: "We have beaten Thistle home and away already this season and a third win would be great, although I am sure this acts as a motivation for them as well."

Partick Thistle look set to be without on-loan Hibs midfielder Sean Welsh due to a groin strain as they look to build on their first win of 2012 after defeating Ayr United in midweek.

Defender Willie Kinniburgh remains out with manager Jackie McNamara sensing an increased level of confidence amongst his men.

"We had been playing well but not taking our chances, but we did that against Ayr and everyone feels a lot better as a result," he said.

"Our last appearance at Stark's Park was not great as we went down 2-0 without a fight and I am looking for us to battle a lot harder this time.

"We want a win to keep pushing ourselves towards the teams in the top group."