“Mal took the ball off him and rolled it into the empty net,” Ryan said. “But about five minutes later, Marist were level with a shot that gave Ryan (Majstrovic) no chance. It came from a cross into the penalty area and their guy volleyed it into the net.”
Adams reclaimed the lead for Thistle in the 25th minute when he met a Nicky Land cross at the back post and headed home.
“Nicky did really well,” Ryan said. “He beat his man on the wing before delivering a perfectly weighted cross.”
Although defences were on top in the second half, Ryan said Thistle came closest to scoring and had several chances.
“Josh Adams was really unlucky not to score when he curled a free kick around the wall. It looked certain to be a goal but somehow their keeper got a fingertip to it and kept it out.”
Ryan said Kieran Higham, David Salmon and Garrett Blair came on and played well.
“Garrett was also unlucky not to get on the scoresheet. Overall, I was really pleased with the performance. The team spirit was good, and everyone supported each other, covering and working hard.”
