Manager’s thoughts
“It’s a game that we are very much looking forward to and one which we will doing all that we can to win. It’s nice to be going into a game that we are not favourites in, for a change, and we’re expecting a real test against a Queen of the South side who have hit a bit of form of late. We know they have a good squad with plenty of experience so it’s a test that we will relish.
“I don’t think that the previous meeting of the sides earlier this season will have any bearing on the match. We are in a much better place as a squad now in comparison to early in the season, and from that perspective it’ll be interesting to see how we match up to Queen of the South.
“There’s also the added edge of the game being broadcast live on the television and under the Hampden floodlights. It’s not often that chance comes around for us, so for it to be happening for the second time in a fortnight is excellent and I know the players are delighted at the opportunity to play in front of the TV cameras again.
“As always from our perspective, we will look to apply ourselves in the right manner from that first whistle to the last and it’ll be vital that we look to take any chances that we do create.
Squad news: The manager confirmed that he is likely to be without the services of a couple of players but noted that with a squad limit of 18 for Scottish Cup ties, he would a full squad at his disposal.
The opposition: Allan Johnston’s side go into the game on the back of the back of two wins on the bounce, away to Raith Rovers and then latterly at home against Ayr United. The Doonehamers currently sit eighth in the Championship.
Head to head: Played 110; Queen’s Park 33; Draw 17; Queen of the South 60. Scored – Queen’s Park 175; Queen of the South 221..
Last meeting of the sides: 10/11/2020 Queen’s Park 1-3 Queen of the South, Betfred Cup Group G.
Last matches: 28/12/2020 Dundonald Bluebell 1-3 Queen’s Park (AET), Scottish Cup First Round; 02/01/2021 Queen of the South 3-2 Ayr United, Scottish Championship.
Recent form (all competitions): Queen’s Park WWWDWW; Queen of the South LLLLWW.
Top scorers (all competitions): Queen’s Park – Bob McHugh (4); Queen of the South – Connor Shields (6).
Match officials: Referee – Euan Anderson; Assistant Referees – Gary Hilland and Ross Nelson; Fourth Official – Calum Scott.
Live streaming: The match will be televised on the BBC Scotland channel.
Digital programme: You can read our digital match programme for the game, HERE.
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QPTV: Post match reaction from the manager will be available shortly after the game. Match highlights to follow on Saturday on our YouTube channel.
Next match: 16/01/2021 v Stranraer ay Hampden. Kick off 3.00pm.