Partick Thistle triumphed over Raith Rovers with a decisive 2-0 victory at Stark’s Park, narrowing the gap to Championship leaders St Johnstone to just five points.
Ben McPherson opened the scoring for Partick Thistle just before half-time, giving his team a crucial lead. Aidan Fitzpatrick sealed the win with a second goal in injury time, solidifying Thistle’s position in the Championship.
With this win, Partick Thistle now sits in second place with 56 points, stretching their advantage over Arbroath to nine points. The victory is significant as the team continues to chase St Johnstone for the top spot.
Raith Rovers struggled to find the net, failing to score throughout the match. Dylan Easton came close after the break, hitting the crossbar, while Richard Chin missed a golden opportunity from just six yards out.
Partick Thistle’s performance underscores their determination as they aim for promotion. The team will look to build on this momentum as they prepare to host Ross County in their next match.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any injuries or player changes following the match, but the focus will undoubtedly remain on Thistle’s upcoming fixtures.