Critchley on bouncing back, 'big expectations' & utilising squad
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Head coach Neil Critchley has been speaking to the media prior to Hearts' Conference League clash against Petrocub.
Here are the key lines:
Following the 1-0 loss to Kilmarnock on Sunday, he says "we were bitterly disappointed" but he's "really looking forward to seeing our response".
He acknowledges the "big expectations" at Hearts and says "that was one of the attractions and reasons for coming here".
He says winning in Europe will "give everyone a lift and a boost going into an important period of league games".
He says Hearts won't "underestimate" their European opposition and he wants "a quick start to get the crowd on board".
The Edinburgh side will be "utilising" their squad as Lawrence Shankland is back, but they're still missing Frankie Kent and Stephen Kingsley.
Meanwhile, Beni Baningime is back in training, Adam Forrester is suspended and Musa Drammeh is not eligible.
