St Mirren interim manager Craig McLeish is calling for unity as his team faces a desperate battle to avoid relegation from the Scottish Premiership. After a crushing 3-0 home defeat to Kilmarnock on Saturday, the Paisley side now sits in the play-off spot, four points adrift of safety with just two matches remaining.

The loss, which left McLeish "embarrassed" by his team's performance, drew sharp criticism from the home fans at the SMiSA Stadium. It was the fourth consecutive league defeat under the interim boss, piling pressure on a squad that now faces a must-win trip to Aberdeen on Tuesday before hosting Dundee United on the final day.

In a passionate plea to the St Mirren faithful, McLeish acknowledged their frustration but urged them to keep their focus on supporting the players. "The fans have every right to show their frustrations," he told club media. "I can't ask more of them in terms of the support they've given us. That was unacceptable, and they've got every right to vent and show their anger."

But the manager was clear about where the buck stops. "Ultimately, it's directed at me. Back the players, back the team on the pitch. Keep fighting to the very end. Any frustration and things—that's my responsibility. I'll take it."

McLeish, who stepped into the role mid-season, understands the high stakes. "I put myself into this situation. I wanted to lead the group, and we'll keep fighting until the very end. It's just back the team on the pitch, back the players on the pitch, and let's see where it takes us by the end of the season."

For a club steeped in history and passion, this is a moment that calls for resilience—both on the pitch and in the stands. As the season reaches its climax, every shout, every cheer, and every bit of belief could make the difference between survival and the drop.