What will Alex McLeish bring to Scotland in his second stint?

How ‘Eck’ has started to turn things around ahead of Nations League

The appointment of Alex McLeish as Scotland boss in February looked to many like a matter of mutual convenience.

McLeish was in charge of the national team in 2007 and was responsible for arguably Scotland’s greatest every victory. A 1-0 win against France in Paris.

However, after moving on to Birmingham City later that year, his managerial career hasn’t hit those heights consistently again.

He is back leading the Tartan Army now, and the Coral News Team look at how he can bring back the good days and qualify for Euro 2020.

Fresh start

After failing to qualify for the World Cup. Scotland have gone for what they know.

McLeish may have only won a single match in his four games since his comeback, but is ready to start afresh.

Kieran Tierney and Andy Robertson are two of the nation’s brightest stars. Coincidentally both left-backs.

Robertson has been given the captaincy and Scotland coach James McFadden said he was the ‘outstanding candidate’ for the job.

They’re 13/8 to win their Nations League group. If they can find room for both men, then the new Scotland could be driven on by two roving full-backs.

Men in form

The new boss’ latest squad for games against Belgium and Nations League tie against Albania features nine players with five international caps or fewer.