Partick Thistle began their 26/27 William Hill Championship campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Greenock Morton at Cappielow on Saturday. The Jags, who finished second in the 2025 table with 66 points (17W-15D-4L), showed resilience to secure three points in their season opener.
How did Partick Thistle secure the win?
The match was a tale of two halves, with Morton dominating early before Thistle grew into the game. Liam McFarlane was called into action multiple times in the first ten minutes, but the Jags gradually took control. Gary Mackay-Steven hit the crossbar twice, and Paddy Reading also struck the woodwork as Thistle threatened.
What was the turning point?
The turning point came just before half-time when Cammy Logan was caught with a late challenge. Despite the setback, Thistle maintained their composure and eventually found the breakthrough. The win sets a positive tone for the new season, with the Jags looking to build on their strong finish to the previous campaign.
What’s next for Partick Thistle?
Partick Thistle will now turn their attention to their next fixture, a home game against Dunfermline on 5th December 2026. Dunfermline, who finished fourth in the 2025 table, will provide a stern test for Mark Wilson’s side. The Jags will be looking to continue their strong start to the season and close the 11-point gap to leaders ST Johnstone.
