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Scotland Baffled By Kiwi Claims

Scotland Baffled By Kiwi Claims

SCOTLAND today demanded an explanation from the New Zealand Football federation after they claimed the Scottish Football Association wanted to play a pre-World Cup friendly. 20 Jan 2010
SFA Fully Committed to England-Scotland Friendlies

SFA Fully Committed to England-Scotland Friendlies

Gordon Smith today insisted the Scottish Football Association remained fully committed to the first Scotland v England international for more than a decade. 14 Jan 2010
Burley: I Would Have Welcomed Back Scotland Trio

Burley: I Would Have Welcomed Back Scotland Trio

George Burley today claimed he would have welcomed Barry Ferguson, Allan McGregor and Kris Boyd back into the Scotland squad had he still been manager. 12 Jan 2010
New Scotland Boss to Approach Exiled Trio

New Scotland Boss to Approach Exiled Trio

Craig Levein today revealed he plans to meet Kris Boyd, Barry Ferguson and Allan McGregor before Scotland learn their European Championship qualifying opponents next month. 4 Jan 2010
McLeish: Scotland Return Ferguson's Decision

McLeish: Scotland Return Ferguson's Decision

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish today denied trying to talk Barry Ferguson out of a Scotland comeback, despite reiterating his fears the midfielder may suffer burnout as a result. 31 Dec 2009
Boyd Wants Scotland Return

Boyd Wants Scotland Return

Rangers striker Kris Boyd has told new Scotland boss Craig Levein he wants to return to the national fold. 29 Dec 2009
Smith Supports Trio's Scots Return

Smith Supports Trio's Scots Return

WALTER Smith has welcomed the prospect of Rangers duo Kris Boyd and Allan McGregor - as well as former captain Barry Ferguson - making a dramatic return for Scotland. 27 Dec 2009
Levein: Scotland Job Not a 'Stepping Stone'

Levein: Scotland Job Not a 'Stepping Stone'

CRAIG Levein today insisted he had not taken the Scotland job to use as a "stepping stone" to a big club. 27 Dec 2009
Levein: I Want to Bring Back Pride

Levein: I Want to Bring Back Pride

New Scotland boss Craig Levein has vowed to try to end the malaise he feels has engulfed the Scottish game. 24 Dec 2009
Tartan Army Need A Better Lift Than Levein

Tartan Army Need A Better Lift Than Levein

Tam Coyle, representative of the West of Scotland Tartan Army, believes the appointment of Craig Levein as Scotland boss will do little to enthuse many Scots fans who are still in the doldrums following yet another failed qualifying tournament. 24 Dec 2009
Uphill Task for Levein In Scotland Hotseat

Uphill Task for Levein In Scotland Hotseat

CRAIG Levein took on undoubtedly the biggest challenge of his managerial career today after it was confirmed he had agreed a deal to become the new Scotland boss. 24 Dec 2009
Levein Agrees Scotland Deal In Principle

Levein Agrees Scotland Deal In Principle

Craig Levein today agreed a deal in principle to become Scotland manager and is set to be officially unveiled tomorrow, Press Association Sport understands. 23 Dec 2009
Levein Could Be Named Scotland Boss Today

Levein Could Be Named Scotland Boss Today

Craig Levein could be confirmed as the new Scotland boss tomorrow in place of George Burley, Press Association Sport understands. 22 Dec 2009
Smith Warns of Scotland "Frustration"

Smith Warns of Scotland "Frustration"

WALTER Smith today warned Craig Levein of the frustration of being Scotland boss - but insisted the intensity of international weeks more than makes up for it. 19 Dec 2009
Sponsorship an Option for Scotland Boss

Sponsorship an Option for Scotland Boss

The Scottish Football Association will only explore the option of seeking a financial sponsor for a new national coach if the preferred candidate is out of their price range. 16 Dec 2009
'Big Names' Want Scotland Job

'Big Names' Want Scotland Job

Gordon Smith claims there are some "big names" among the applicants for the Scotland manager's job. 15 Dec 2009
Burley Wants Return to Club Football

Burley Wants Return to Club Football

FORMER Scotland boss George Burley has declared himself ready to return to club management. 13 Dec 2009
Brown Wants Kenny Dalglish As Scotland Boss

Brown Wants Kenny Dalglish As Scotland Boss

The Scottish Football Association should "go all out" to land Kenny Dalglish as Scotland manager, according to Craig Brown. 13 Dec 2009
Smith Tight-Lipped Over Scotland Job

Smith Tight-Lipped Over Scotland Job

RANGERS manager Walter Smith has refused to comment on reports linking him with the vacant Scotland job once again. 5 Dec 2009
SFA Step Up Efforts In Search for New Boss

SFA Step Up Efforts In Search for New Boss

Gordon Smith will step up his efforts to find a new Scotland manager following "vigorous" discussions at a Scottish Football Association board meeting today. 4 Dec 2009
Smith Rules Out Scotland Return

Smith Rules Out Scotland Return

RANGERS manager Walter Smith has ruled himself out of the running to become boss of Scotland for a second time. 20 Nov 2009