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'I am fortunate to be Given This Job Again,' New Scotland Boss, Alex McLeish

Alex McLeish admits he is "incredibly fortunate" to be given a second opportunity to manage Scotland.McLeish, who has a contract until 2020, replaces Gordon Strachan as head coach 11 years after leaving the job to take charge of Birmingham City.
The 59-year-old will lead the Scots into their Uefa Nations League and Euro 2020 qualifying campaigns.
"I am relishing the challenge of leading us to a major tournament and I cannot wait to get started," he said.
"It is a tremendous honour to be named Scotland head coach.
"I am incredibly fortunate to have had the chance to lead my country already and I am immensely proud to be in this position for a second time.
"With Hampden Park as one of the host venues for Euro 2020 we have an amazing opportunity to showcase our talents to the world from our own back yard."

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