Hamilton Accies won't 'throw a party' after thumping win over Stranraer

Hamilton Accies boss John Rankin says they received’t “throw a celebration” simply because they scored 5 objectives in opposition to Stranraer.

And the previous Dundee United and Hibs midfielder is aware of they should make signings to spice up the squad.

Rankin watched as his facet thumped League Two Stranraer 5-2 within the Premier Sports activities Cup on Tuesday, following up Saturday’s disappointing 3-0 defeat in Dundee.

Strikes by Andy Winter and Andy Ryan and a Matty Shiels double noticed Accies rating 4 occasions in six minutes early within the second half, with Lewis Smith including a fifth both facet of two Paul Woods penalties.

Whereas Rankin was happy with what he noticed in that second half, he is aware of there’s laborious work to do as they put together for a go to to Forfar Athletic on Saturday.

He stated: “The 2 video games are completely contrasting.

“Saturday was massively disappointing, as we needed extra power, extra aggression and extra exercise within the remaining third.

“On Tuesday I felt we had that. Within the second-half efficiency, for these six minutes, I assumed there was an actual need, a starvation to go and put proper what wasn’t fairly on-cue within the first half.

“However that’s to not say we’re going to relaxation on our laurels, and we’re fairly joyful.

Rankin was upset with Saturday's 3-0 defeat at Dundee, however happy with their efficiency on Tuesday (Picture: SNS Group)

“It’s match soccer, there’s no level in feeling sorry for ourselves if we lose.

“There’s no level in feeling as if we’re going to throw a celebration as a result of we’ve received one sport.

“We have to be able to go and play in opposition to Forfar on Saturday, and we will likely be.”

Rankin has introduced in midfielder Jonny Ngunda and defender Michael Doyle, and says he is aware of extra reinforcements are wanted.

He stated: “I do know we nonetheless want our bodies, folks in to assist and to push those that are holding the jerseys simply now.

“If we are able to create that surroundings in addition to mixing youngsters into the group then nice, it’s solely good for the membership, shifting ahead.

“We’ve received a small squad, the boys might want to recuperate, and be recovered properly, and be able to go once more on Saturday.”

Accies comply with up Saturday’s journey to Forfar with a conflict at residence to Queen’s Park on July 23, every week earlier than the league season begins.

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