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McCarey intent on pushing Fox for Staggies gloves

Aaron McCarey has made just two appearances for Ross County since joining from Wolves.
Aaron McCarey has made just two appearances for Ross County since joining from Wolves.

Ross County goalkeeper Aaron McCarey could be forgiven for cutting a frustrated figure given his lack of action since joining Ross County in the summer but the Irishman accepts the form of first-choice Scott Fox has been the reason for it.

McCarey came on as a half-time substitute in last weekend’s 4-2 win at St Johnstone after Fox injured his foot in a challenge by Saints defender Steven Anderson in just his second appearance for the Staggies following his summer move from English Championship side Wolves.

The 24-year-old’s only previous outing for the Staggies was in their 7-0 win against Cove Rangers in the Betfred Cup in July but, with Fox doubtful for today’s match against Hamilton, McCarey wants to prove he is able deputy for his team-mate, who he regards as one of the best goalkeepers in the league.

McCarey said: “I came here at the start of the season and Scott had only just come back from being away with Scotland. He’s a quality goalkeeper and he has been superb for us this year.

“He’s kept us in numerous games and made fantastic saves at crucial times. It’s OK making saves but his have been at important times in matches to earn us points.

“He doesn’t get the plaudits he deserves. For me, he’s probably up there in the top three goalkeepers in the league.

“It has been good for me coming into this club and working with him. Being a goalkeeper is a bit different to being an outfield player – obviously only one of us can play.

“It is quite obvious you are never going to be brought on in a game unless it is an injury or a red card.

“Although I came on at the weekend, I was disappointed because Scott picked up an injury. You don’t like to see that happen to your mate and fellow professional. But, from my point of view, it was nice to get on and break the duck. To cap it with three points made it a great afternoon.”

McCarey claims Fox’s form has encouraged him to increase his own standards in training. He added: “I’m pushing Scott as hard as I can and I’d like to think his performances have been raised by the pressure I’m putting on him.

“It works both ways – Scott has set the bar for me and I have to aspire to be at the level he is. It brings the best out of both of us.

“Part and parcel of being a goalkeeper is, as number two, no one sees what you do. It’s a squad game and if I came in and took a tantrum and threw my toys out of the pram it’s not going to benefit anyone.

“I’ve a professional job to do to train to maximum ability and be a positive influence around the place, encourage the rest of the lads and be there whenever they need me.”