McCourt left out for Saints trip

PADDY McCOURT’S impressive display at Falkirk in midweek looks to have been in vain after boss Tony Mowbray hinted that the Irishman will struggle to even find a place on the bench for today’s trip to St Mirren.

Mowbray made eight changes to his side for the Co-operative Insurance Cup third-round tie on Wednesday night, which allowed the Northern Ireland midfielder his first 90 minutes in a competitive game since signing from Derry City last summer.

McCourt, 25, has developed into something of a cult figure at the club, due mainly to his performances in the reserves and friendlies and his occasional appearances as substitute.