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Partick Thistle vs. Ayr United in the Scottish Premiership play-off quarter-final first leg

In the Premiership play-off semi-finals, a rampant Partick Thistle wiped out Ayr United 8-0 on aggregate.

This time around, they are more likely to be one-sided than they are as they prepare to meet once more, this time in the quarter-finals.

In fact, this time around, Ayr United should be in favor of Ayr United.

The table was finished third by Scott Brown’s side, eight points clear of Thistle.

Add to this the fact that the Honest Men already had a play-off spot after resting several players against Airdrieonians on Friday.

Partick Thistle, in contrast, had to battle valiantly to secure their play-off spot at Livingston.

That was well-executed by a close fight to win 1-0, but a Thistle side had to be at full throttle to endure it.

Over the years, we have seen how the pressure of a demanding workload can strain Championship teams looking to reclaim their Premiership.

However, Thistle’s sheer will should not be underestimated with Brian Graham serving as the frontrunner.

The club’s captain and interim co-manager, Mark Wilson, will want to appoint evidence to the public that they are capable of advancing the organization.

Bottom line: Partick Thistle would benefit financially from a return to the top flight, given that the club has recently made significant budget cuts.

However, Ayr United also has a strong will to win. With Scott Brown in charge, how could it not be?

Under the leadership of Ayr United’s chairman and construction tycoon David Smith, something significant is being steadily being built. However, the question persists: Is it too soon for the Ayr United team to rise to the top?

Additionally, Partick Thistle have won two of their previous four games at home this year, making it worthwhile to mention that they have slightly better results. One home victory and one draw were recorded at Somerset Park.

Ayr only managed two victories out of their last nine, which is also worth mentioning.

Although Partick Thistle’s previous two matches featured victories over Falkirk and Livingston, Partick Thistle’s form had been a little inconsistent. However, you have to wonder how much of them that was taken.