Dougie Imrie hails Raith Rovers' solid defensive base ahead of run-in
Raith Rovers gaffer Dougie Imrie reckons his side’s solid defensive record in 2025-2026 likely means that they will have a reliable base to work from in their remaining games this season.
Raith’s record of 28 goals conceded in 27 league matches – aided by some consistent displays by stars including centre-backs Paul Hanlon and Jordan Doherty – is currently only bettered by leaders St Johnstone who have let in 22 in their 28 Championship fixtures.
But it’s a different story at the other end of the pitch, with Rovers just managing to score 28 times which is only better than the bottom two clubs Ross County (25 goals) and Airdrieonians (23 goals).
Gaffer Imrie told the Fife Free Press: “We have the second best defence in the league.
"Listen, we all know where the problem lies. It's there for everyone to see.
"We've scored six goals away from home all season. It isn't anywhere near good enough.
"Our Achilles heel has been scoring goals.
"But defensively we’ve been excellent.
"To have the second best record in the league and also have 13 clean sheets is a remarkable return in this division.
"Again, we have a very good base to work from.
"We just have to do more at the top end of the pitch.”