They met seven times last season, and the opening game of this campaign has brought them together again. The clubs might have been weary at the repetition, but the competitive tension keeps heightening. Even without the intrigue of Rangers' pursuit of Scott Allan, the two clubs were expected to be the two main contenders for the Scottish Championship title. Both are desperate to return to the top flight, so the dynamic is of a growing rivalry. The Petrofac Training Cup is of little ultimate concern to either manager, since both will be judged on whether or not promotion is achieved, but the result and performance in the opening game of the season will feel vitally important. Games...
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