Dundee Utd 2
Roma 0
European Cup (Semi Final 1st Leg)

Manager's Programme Notes

Obviously tonight Is something we have all dreamed about, but few can ever participate in the semi-final of the European Cup. Make no mistake about it, the players realise that only two games separate them from a European Cup final. Without any doubt we will approach this game with determination and confidence to achieve our goal — the Final. Reputations, big name players can be stopped, and I would hope that Roma treat us with a degree of complacency, so enhancing our chances of leaching the Final. All the excitement of the last couple of weeks as we have looked forward to this game, has been great for everyone connected with the club, but now the moment that matters has arrived. At the time of writing, I just hope that we have a full strength complement of players because I believe if our top players at their peak will be a necessity tonight. As in the past, I would again ask for your patience and I hope that all of you go home after 90 minutes of full vocal backing and that the players equal the performance they attained in the Standard Liege game. A.S. Roma are most certainly very formidable opposition and without doubt have top class players in almost every department. But that doesn't mean they are invincible and hopefully, we will get the break of the ball that is so vital in every game. That Is even more crucial in the latter stages of a tournament when the gap between competing sides is so small. The odd break of the ball can decide the final outcome but you must work hard to make the ball run your way, especially with the high stakes on offer tonight.