Alex McLeish
Born: January 21, 1959 (age 65)
Hometown: Barrhead, Scotland
Nationality: 
Scottish
ScottishRole: Manager
| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2007-2011 | Birmingham City |
| 2011-2012 | Aston Villa | |
Sports Mole has 520 articles about Alex McLeish. Articles 1 to 40:
Preview: Scotland vs. Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Nations League clash between Scotland and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 13, 10:17
Cyriel Dessers double helps Rangers beat Hearts to set up Old Firm Scottish Cup final
Rangers will face Old Firm rivals Celtic in the Scottish Cup final after beating Hearts 2-0 in the semi-finals at Hampden Park on Sunday.
Apr 21, 17:01
Preview: Norwich City vs. Birmingham City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Norwich City and Birmingham City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 28, 22:40
Preview: Cheltenham Town vs. Birmingham City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Cup clash between Cheltenham Town and Birmingham City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 7, 00:43
Five memorable Old Firm derbies between Celtic and Rangers
Ahead of the 427th Old Firm derby on Wednesday night, Sports Mole takes a look at five memorable encounters between Scottish giants Celtic and Rangers.
Feb 1, 07:30
A look at managers who have crossed the divide
Rafael Benitez won the Champions League and FA Cup in a six-year spell at Anfield.
Jun 30, 16:05
Scotland Euro 2020 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of this summer's Euro 2020 tournament, Sports Mole assesses the chances of Scotland, who are competing in their first major tournament for 23 years.
Jun 10, 12:00
Steve Clarke echoes Jose Mourinho comments over Scotland's Euro 2020 chances
Jose Mourinho backs his former Chelsea number two to become the first Scotland boss to lead the national team out of a group stage at a major tournament.
Jun 5, 14:54
A look at Celtic's last five barren trophyless periods after cup exit
Celtic's 2-0 Scottish Cup defeat by Rangers at Ibrox on Sunday means they will finish the season without a trophy for the first time since 2009-10.
Apr 19, 18:58
On This Day: Birmingham stun Arsenal to win EFL Cup
The Gunners went into the game as strong favourites but were upset by Birmingham and Obafemi Martins.
Feb 27, 09:32
Alex McLeish insists Rangers cannot underestimate Slavia Prague
Th Czech champions beat Leicester in the last round.
Feb 26, 18:09
Jack Ross hopes to help Chris Cadden earn Scotland recall
The 24-year-old has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal at Easter Road after leaving MLS champions Colombus Crew.
Jan 15, 20:03
Scotland manager Steve Clarke: 'No fresh approach for Che Adams'
Steve Clarke's predecessor Alex McLeish failed in a bid to persuade the former England Under-20 international.
Dec 24, 11:42
Alex McLeish expects Aberdeen to be 'empowered' for Celtic semi-final
The Dons drew 3-3 with Celtic on Sunday and face them again in the 2019-20 William Hill Scottish Cup semi-final this weekend.
Oct 26, 18:27
Alex McLeish reveals results of medical tests after health concerns
McLeish discovered his health had become the subject of speculation just before losing his job as national team boss in April last year.
Mar 16, 11:55
Manchester United 'missed out on Jack Grealish for £200,000'
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish was reportedly close to signing for Manchester United for just £200,000 in 2012, having now emerged as one the Red Devils' top targets.
Feb 28, 21:31
Scotland come from behind to gain revenge on Kazakhstan
The Scots will now head into a March play-off.
Nov 19, 22:05
Steve Clarke: 'I am still adapting to Scotland role'
The former West Brom and Kilmarnock boss took over from Alex McLeish in May.
Nov 19, 09:35
Scotland's Liam Palmer out for revenge against Kazakhstan
Palmer made his international debut in the 3-0 defeat in Nur-Sultan which opened Scotland's European Championship qualification group.
Nov 18, 09:50
Sheffield United's John Fleck set for Scotland call-up?
Midfielder has impressed in the Premier League.
Sep 30, 22:48
Alex McLeish recalls making Fernando Ricksen Rangers captain
McLeish's side secured the 2005 SPL crown in dramatic circumstances.
Sep 18, 17:22
Steve Clarke confirms desire to manage Scotland "at some stage"
The Scottish Football Association is on the hunt for a new national team boss after McLeish was sacked on Thursday.
Apr 19, 11:35
Scotland looking to revive Euro 2020 hopes after sacking Alex McLeish
The former Rangers boss lost seven of his 12 matches in his second stint in charge of Scotland.
Apr 18, 16:46
George Burley: Sacking Alex McLeish "ridiculous"
McLeish's second spell as national team manger ended following just 12 games in charge.
Apr 18, 15:12
Alex McLeish's 14 months in charge of Scotland: What went wrong
The 60-year-old has been sacked as Scotland manager after 14 months in charge.
Apr 18, 14:08
New Scotland boss - the runners and riders
The Scottish Football Association are looking for a new manager.
Apr 18, 14:04
Kris Boyd calls for ambitious Alex McLeish successor at Scotland
Boyd played under McLeish for Scotland and Rangers.
Apr 18, 14:03
Scottish FA to decide Alex McLeish future on Thursday?
The manager's position will be top of the agenda at Hampden.
Apr 17, 14:44
Stephen O'Donnell launches defence of Alex McLeish
The manager has been in the spotlight since a shock 3-0 defeat in Kazakhstan.
Apr 8, 15:38
Craig Levein: Pressure on Alex McLeish "nonsense"
It was reported on Monday that McLeish was about to be sacked.
Mar 28, 14:34
Alex McLeish: 'Poor Scotland form will make us stronger'
McLeish is optimistic about the campaign despite the fact Belgium and Russia share their group.
Mar 24, 21:49
Alex McLeish booed as Scotland scrape past world's worst team San Marino
The Scots had lost their opening qualifying match 3-0 to Kazakhstan in midweek.
Mar 24, 19:18
Alex McLeish admits Scotland team "all hurting" after shock defeat
Scotland suffered a humiliating loss in Kazakhstan.
Mar 23, 19:02
Charlie Adam: 'Alex McLeish should not be sacked for Kazakhstan defeat'
Scotland suffered an embarrassing 3-0 loss in their opening Euro 2020 qualifier.
Mar 22, 12:12
Reaction to Scotland's 'worst ever defeat'
Alex McLeish's men were beaten 3-0 in Astana on Thursday.
Mar 22, 12:04
Alex McLeish demands improvement from "inexperienced" Scotland side
The Scots were well beaten in Kazakhstan on Thursday.
Mar 22, 09:08
Alex McLeish defiant after Scotland humbling in Kazakhstan
The Scots were beaten in Kazakhstan.
Mar 21, 19:43
Sorry Scotland suffer humiliating defeat to Kazakhstan
Alex McLeish's team lost heavily to a team ranked 117th in the world.
Mar 21, 18:15
Alex McLeish worried about Scotland rhythm ahead of Kazakhstan clash
The Scotland squad is much changed since November.
Mar 20, 18:04
How Scotland fare when facing an opponent for the first time
Alex McLeish's side are set for their first meeting with Kazakhstan.
Mar 19, 11:09
