ALEX SMITH’S HEARTS MATCH COMMENTS

"We badly needed this victory. We’ve had a poor run and I’m very pleased we’ve managed to win,” said the manager. “Perhaps we weren’t the better side but we always looked dangerous on the break. Steven Thompson looked in the mood and Jamie McCunnie’s cross for the goal right at the end was superb.” “It was all about digging out the result. I know this time last year we would have never have won this type of game. I think we deserved a draw over the piece but I was annoyed that when we took the lead, instead of trying to clinch it, we sat back. That’s always dangerous.” In addition to mentioning the contributions of Steven Thompson and Jamie McCunnie the manager highlighted the recent contribution made to the side by Jim McIntyre. "I am really delighted with Jim McIntyre as he has now scored in three games in a row. We put in a professional performance in midweek and this is a great three points to take away from home."