Marcus Fraser's second‑half volley gave St Mirren a 1-0 win over Partick Thistle, sealing a 2‑1 aggregate triumph and preserving the club’s eight‑year top‑flight stay. The defender struck from a set‑piece twenty minutes into the second period, leaving Thistle unable to respond. The victory caps a season where the Buddies scraped points against bigger clubs, reinforcing their resilience firmly.

Goalkeeper Ross Sinclair, a loan signing from St Johnstone, made a spectacular save from Logan Chalmers’ free‑kick, underscoring his impact after injuries forced Shamal George and Ryan Mullen out. Fraser returned from a season‑ending shoulder problem against medical advice, becoming an unlikely saviour. Thistle, runners‑up in the Championship, suffer their fifth straight play‑off defeat and second final loss in the same run in the decisive match.

Interim boss Craig McLeish told Sky Sports he relishes a permanent role after steering the side clear of relegation, stressing the need to rebuild and avoid a repeat. Partick Thistle head coach Mark Wilson called the defeat ‘cruel’ but praised his squad’s progress. St Mirren now focus on strengthening for a top‑half finish and European qualification hopes.