NOW that there is little left to do with Craig Levein's Scotland reign other than sift through the ashes of it, it will remain a permanent puzzle that he got such poor performances and results from a set of players who almost universally held him in high regard.
NOW that there is little left to do with Craig Levein's Scotland reign other than sift through the ashes of it, it will remain a permanent puzzle that he got such poor performances and results from a set of players who almost universally held him in high regard.
Darren Fletcher struck up a close relationship with Craig Levein
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Michael Grant
There's a joke in there somewhere – just how bad would it have been if they hadn't liked him? – but the point is valid. From captain Darren Fletcher down, the players had affection and respect for Levein and enjoyed being a part of his squads. That much was evident throughout his time in charge. If it wasn't for pesky results he could have remained in the post for years.
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