Mowbray nearly put Keane on bench

07 March 2010 15:42
The Republic of Ireland striker netted a goal in each half to give the Hoops a 2-0 away win that puts them 10 points behind leaders Rangers, who have a game in hand.[LNB]Keane played for his country against Brazil in midweek, and Mowbray said: "I was half tempted to put him on the bench today after midweek but I started him and he got his goals.[LNB]"He showed against Brazil the talented boy he is - he's scored a few goals for us - and he showed it again today, taking the two opportunities which came along. Hopefully we can keep him fit."[LNB]Mowbray described his team's performance as "composed" and "professional".[LNB]He added: "We knew it would be a difficult day. They've given us problems in the past and the pitch probably wasn't going to suit what we were trying to do but we had a bit of composure and professionalism."[LNB]Falkirk counterpart Steven Pressley said: "I thought we controlled the game for long periods and I'm devastated for the players. I thought they gave so much to the game.[LNB]"We had a number of opportunities over the course of the 90 minutes and created by far the better chances.[LNB]"The pitch was an issue for part of game but our level of football, considering the pitch, was brilliant today.[LNB]"The second goal was avoidable and disappointing but the performance was excellent and I've no complaints in terms of the players' effort."[LNB]The former Celtic player believes the Bairns can beat relegation, despite being three points adrift at the bottom of the table.[LNB]He added: "My belief is we'll stay in this division. We've got St Johnstone here next week and winning that game becomes our focus."[LNB][LNB]

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