Everton right-back Nathan Patterson has learned that the injury that forced him to be substituted in Scotland's win over Ukraine on Wednesday is not as bad as first feared and he is not facing a lengthy time out. (Scottish Sunday Express) external-linkCeltic striker Giorgos Giakoumakis is being monitored closely despite an MRI scan flagging up no problems for thigh pain he felt during training with Greece, according to reports in his homeland. (Sunday Mail) external-linkScotland midfielder Ryan Christie paid tribute to the role played by national set-piece coach Austin MacPhee in deciding where to place the penalty kick that secured Saturday's 2-1 Nations League win over Republic of Ireland. (The Herald On Sunday) external-linkShaun Maloney admits he struggled to achieve what he wanted in his short spell as Hibernian boss but insists the experience will be "invaluable" to the rest of his managerial career. (Mail On Sunday) external-link

Source: Express September 25, 2022 09:13 UTC