Russell catches Levein's eye with two-goal display

Published on Sunday 2 March 2008 20:46

CRAIG Levein watched as Airdrie United stepped up their promotion bid on Saturday, and the Dundee United manager must have been impressed by striker Alan Russell as he knocked in a double in the 2-0 win at Queen's Park.

Russell almost signed for Kilmarnock just before the transfer window closed, and could still be a target in the summer for the Rugby Park club.

Russell has shrugged aside the disappointment of not getting his move but other Premier clubs have been alerted.

He said: "I have now scored 19 this season and that is the most in my career. I am hoping to reach 25 and I am looking to step up the leagues next season."

Ross County manager Derek Adams was frustrated after their 1-1 draw at Peterhead. Sean Higgins gave County the lead, but Peterhead struck back through Martin Bavidge. Even though they were left with ten men after Stuart Anderson's sending-off, County could not take advantage.

Adams said: "I am a bit disappointed with a point. But we are unbeaten in 11 games with 31 points from 33."

Raith Rovers' Iain Davidson scored twice in their 3-2 win over Cowdenbeath, with David Goodwillie also on target. But they got a fright as keeper Chris Fahey's own goal and Paul McQuade pulled Cowden level before Davidson's late winner. Raith manager John McGlynn said: "We fought to the end and showed our character."

Hopefuls Brechin and Alloa shared the points in a 0-0 draw, while a late Ryan Stevenson goal earned Ayr a 1-0 win over bottom club Berwick.