East Kilbride boss Mick Kennedy says their opening day humbling by Spartans could be a good thing as it serves as a reality check for his players. ‌

Tipped as title favourites, Kilby went down 3-1 in front of a sold-out home support, which also included special guests and Old Firm legends Ally McCoist and Paul McStay. ‌

It wasn’t the start the Lowland League champions were looking for in League Two, but Kennedy feels it may serve them well in the long run. ‌

He said: “With all the build-up, people saying we are favourites and then when we lose, everybody is having mass panic.

“But I don’t think Saturday will be a bad thing because it should be a reality check for everyone. There is nothing wrong with being favourites, but if anyone thinks it is going to be easy, that’s a differen

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