Motherwell boss Stuart McCall joins Scotland backroom team as assistant national coach

McCALL, who won 40 caps for Scotland, will work alongside manager Gordon Strachan and assistant Mark McGhee in the new-look set-up and will also remain in charge at Fir Park.


STUART McCALL says he is "thrilled" to be part of the new Scotland management team after being unveiled as assistant coach to Gordon Strachan today.

McCall, who retains his club job, was unveiled at Hampden today and will work alongside Strachan and assistant manager Mark McGhee.

The former Scotland midfielder, who won 40 caps, has led Motherwell to the Scottish Cup final and Champions League qualifiers in his two years in charge.

The former Bradford boss said in a statement: "I am thrilled to have been asked by Gordon Strachan to join his backroom team.

"Playing for my country was the highlight of my career and I have been fortunate enough to enjoy World Cup and European Championship finals as a player.

"They hold special memories for me and the Scotland supporters deserve a return to those days.

"I am proud to be asked to assist with the national team and look forward to working with an excellent squad of players and two outstanding coaches in Gordon and Mark."

Stuart McCall
Stuart McCall

Strachan said: "In many ways Stuart typified the classic Scotland international player: he was passionate and combative but he was also hugely influential and inspirational. He has done a tremendous job at Motherwell and his knowledge of the game, and especially his knowledge of the Scottish scene, will be invaluable.

"I am excited about working with Mark and Stuart and I am sure the players will benefit from their coaching experience."

McCall effectively replaces his own Fir Park assistant, Kenny Black, in the role following Craig Levein's removal from the main job and his club backed his appointment.

