Matty Aitken looks to direct the ball goalward against St JohnstoneMatty Aitken looks to direct the ball goalward against St Johnstone
Matty Aitken looks to direct the ball goalward against St Johnstone

In pictures: Stenhousemuir shock St Johnstone to claim first win over top-flight opposition in 27 years

Our photographer Alan Murray was on hand to capture the best of Saturday’s action as Stenhousemuir defeated Premiership St Johnstone 1-0 in their competitive season opener at Ochilview Park.
By Ben Kearney
Published 17th Jul 2023, 20:02 BST

Former Saints youngster Euan O’Reilly grabbed the Warriors winning goal – ensuring a first victory over top flight opposition for the club in nearly 30 years. Gary Naysmith’s team now sit at the top of Group A on three points ahead of facing Ayr United on Tuesday night in Cumnock.

All smiles before kick off at Ochilview Park

1. Stenhousemuir 1-0 St Johnstone: Viaplay Cup Group A; Saturday, July 15; Ochilview Park.

All smiles before kick off at Ochilview Park Photo: Alan Murray

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Warriors boss Gary Naysmith and assistant manager Brown Ferguson

2. Stenhousemuir 1-0 St Johnstone: Viaplay Cup Group A; Saturday, July 15; Ochilview Park.

Warriors boss Gary Naysmith and assistant manager Brown Ferguson Photo: Alan Murray

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St Johnstone stopper Ross Sinclair saves in a crowded penalty box

3. Stenhousemuir 1-0 St Johnstone: Viaplay Cup Group A; Saturday, July 15; Ochilview Park.

St Johnstone stopper Ross Sinclair saves in a crowded penalty box Photo: Alan Murray

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Stenhousemuir's Euan O'Reilly (left) celebrates his goal against St Johnstone

4. Stenhousemuir 1-0 St Johnstone: Viaplay Cup Group A; Saturday, July 15; Ochilview Park.

Stenhousemuir's Euan O'Reilly (left) celebrates his goal against St Johnstone Photo: Alan Murray

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