Adrian Mrowiec's low cross was played back by Templeton for Skacel to add the finishing touch to the move.

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At the other end, Motherwell striker Nick Blackman brushed off the challenge of Adrian Mrowiec before blasting a shot wide.

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St Johnstone forward Samuel claimed a foul against Adrian Mrowiec as he tried to reach a ball over the top.

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New signing Andy Webster made his second debut for the visitors, replacing Ismael Bouzid, while Lee Wallace came in for Adrian Mrowiec.

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Adrian Mrowiec failed with a hopeful penalty appeal as he tried to run between two defenders, but United's sloppy passing was allowing Hearts more possession in dangerous areas.

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He thought his team lost their way after that goal and admits he gave central midfielders Ian Black and Adrian Mrowiec "a bit of a roasting" at half time for chasing forward.

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Moments later McGregor had to react quickly to save a darting header from the edge of the box after Adrian Mrowiec had pushed up from defence and, unusually, David Weir had been beaten in the air.

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