St Johnstone boss Tommy Wright expecting tough test against Hamilton

St Johnstone boss Tommy Wright admits that what is shaping up as an important month for his team begins with a tough test at home to an in-form Hamilton side on Saturday.

Accies may have slipped up in the League Cup against Raith two weeks ago but they have won their last three Premiership games in a row.

However, Wright is looking for his players to continue their own good form at home after a well-earned rest during the international break.

The McDiarmid manager said: “Hamilton have a real intensity about them and have plenty of confidence after some great results lately.

“They have some very good players, particularly Ali Crawford, who has been doing really well for them.

“They are a good side and we’re expecting a very tough game from them this weekend.

“We have had a few extra days off, we planned it that way because it’s an important month for us.

“We want to pick up more wins between this break and the next one.

“Hamilton won’t be easy, but we’ve been strong at home so we’re looking forward to it.”