Hibernian midfielder Jake Doyle-Hayes is ready to feel the heat of the St Mirren fans when he takes on his old club in Paisley on Saturday.
The 23-year-old left the Buddies to move to Easter Road last summer and is accustomed to getting a frosty reception from their supporters whenever he goes up against them.
He is relishing this weekend’s cinch Premiership trip to St Mirren Park. “I like playing St Mirren,” said Doyle-Hayes. “I’ve got a few friends still there. “There’s maybe a slightly different atmosphere because you get a few boos and stuff like that but you have to get that out of your head and get on with your own game. “I get a bit heat from the St Mirren fans but you don’t pay much attention to it.
I can’t wait. “It will be a difficult task but I believe we’ve got enough in the changing room to go there and get the three points.” Doyle-Hayes is prepared for a midfield battle with former Hibs colleague Alex Gogic, who joined the Buddies earlier this week. “I’m pretty good friends with Gogs so I’m looking forward to seeing him, but friendship will be put to one side for the game,” said the Irishman. “He’s a really good player and a tough opponent.