Morton's Callum Sandilands is ready to stand up and be counted as the team begins their Championship campaign against Partick Thistle on Saturday. The 20-year-old Hearts loanee has already accumulated more than 50 senior appearances across two spells with Montrose. That experience is something the attacking midfielder hopes to bring to Cappielow as Ian Murray's side prepare for the upcoming season.
What happened?
In recent weeks, teenagers Dean Black, Louie Murphy, Sol Carroll, and Calan Burgess have all made their first-team debuts, adding to a youthful look within the Morton squad. Sandilands was deployed in an unfamiliar role last Saturday as Morton rounded off their Premier Sports Cup campaign with defeat to Inverness.
Why it matters for Morton
The absence of Eamonn Brophy and Jayden Gorman forced Ian Murray to turn to the youngster to lead the line. It proved to be a difficult afternoon, with chances at a premium, but Sandilands insists versatility will be crucial as Morton contend with a smaller squad and injury problems.
What comes next?
Morton have won just once in their last 14 meetings with Partick Thistle, although only one of those encounters has been decided by more than a single goal. Sandilands will make his Championship debut if selected for Saturday's season opener against Thistle.
Morton have a tough start to the season ahead of them, but Sandilands is confident they can prove the doubters wrong. With a positive mood inside the Cappielow dressing room, the team is ready to stand up and be counted.
