Betfred Cup final defeat to St Johnstone impact their charge for a top-six challenge. The Lions were edged out by the Saints at Hampden with Shaun Rooney's first header, which keeper Robby McCrorie got a hand to but was unable to keep out, proving to be the difference between the two sides, however it was a largely disappointing performance from Livi, who registered just one shot on target.Martindale, though, was pragmatic in defeat and admitted the Perth outfit deserve praise for the way they handled the game - and says his side still have plenty to play for as they sit in fifth place in the Premiership table with nine games remaining.He said: "You’re in a cup final, obviously there’s disappointment but I think you have to be positive in.
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