Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes strongly criticized the backlash following his suggestion to postpone the match against Aberdeen to aid in a European tie. He noted, "I put it out there and it was interesting to see the amount of self interest that comes on the back of that. You see other European nations doing that, because it can generate so much money." This highlights the differing attitudes towards postponements in Scottish football compared to other leagues.
McInnes emphasized that while he didn’t formally request postponement, the concept is beneficial, stating, "If any club asked me for it, I would be all in favour of it." He voiced disappointment at the reaction from others, describing some of it as "garbage," and acknowledged that clubs from other nations have effectively used postponements for European play.
Discussing the competitive landscape in Scotland, McInnes suggested, "Previous opposition to the idea [of postponing games] often stemmed from the rivalry between Celtic and Rangers. That should not be a reason for not doing the right thing now," advocating a more cooperative approach for the benefit of Scottish clubs in European competitions.
Regarding his team’s fitness and preparation, McInnes stated, "I feel as if the players are finding their feet and getting the strength in their legs. There's no doubt about it, it is something you wrestle with as a manager... we're good to go with it." This indicates his optimism for the team's readiness despite the scheduling challenges.
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