Coyle aims for more cup progress

Owen Coyle said he was looking forward to the Falkirk cup tie

St Johnstone boss Owen Coyle said he was relieved after the 2-1 extra time win against Ayr United in the third round Scottish Cup replay.

"I don't think it's conducive to good football when the wind is as strong as that," he said.

"We scored a good goal early on and then Ayr put us under pressure. We should have put the game to bed but couldn't get the goal.

"We've got a lovely tie against Falkirk - who we know well."

Coyle added: "We feel we can do better and we're a bit short in terms of numbers in the squad. It's an important month."