Michael Hughes saw a 25-yarder tipped round a post by Martyn, while Tony Hibbert and Alan Stubbs had to respond swiftly to snuff out dangerous counters.

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Charlton, though, continued to push and Varney had a 25-yard strike blocked by Michael Hughes while Shevley sent an effort wide from a similar distance.

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Bairns boss John Hughes had promised to attack, giving Michael Higdon a start ahead of midfielder Patrick Cregg.

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