Scotland is a prime example of what we could be with the right management team in place. At this moment in time we have 1 world class player and one other player with the potential to fall into the category of 'world class' when fully fit. The rest of the squad consists of run of the mill pro's which could be organised into a very solid and competent international side, well capable of qualifying for major tournaments.
For me and most other football fans I know, Steve Finnan is without doubt a world class right full. He has proven this both on the PL and CL front. When fit and once he has the chance to prove himself on the european stage I think Shay also has the ability to reach the same level. The talk he is about to have with FAT Sam could be his gateway out of Newcastle and there is little doubt that a european club will come in to buy him.
For me our last 2 managers have been below par. I have no time or confidence in Stan as a manager (his ability as a player was unquestionable) but Kerr was no dinamo either. His team selection was awful at times. On many occasions he played the likes of Steven Carr in place of Finnan and had Duff and Keane playing as a front 2.
I feel we as fans as well within our right to view our displeasure in relation to the current setup. I will be going to the Germany, Cyprus and Wales games but in the event that we are being beaten and putting in performances of the calibre of Slovakia or Cyprus (pre-Hunt), I think it would be idiotic not to voice our disapproval.
Personally, I feel that we may be wasting our time. The powers that be (well power in truth) are obviously quite happy to see the senior international team go down the plughole. I have little doubt that Stan will be in charge come 2010 and we will be relay the same posts over and over again.
