St Mirren survive - will interim McLeish get the job now?
Summary
St Mirren avoided relegation after winning a close play-off against Partick Thistle, securing their place in the Scottish Premiership. Craig McLeish, who took over as interim manager after Stephen Robinson left, led the team during this period and wants to become the permanent manager.Key Facts
- St Mirren won the League Cup in December by defeating Celtic.
- Stephen Robinson, the previous manager, left in March to manage Aberdeen.
- Craig McLeish, former youth coach, became interim manager with the goal of keeping the team in the Premiership.
- St Mirren won the play-off final 2-1 on aggregate against Partick Thistle to avoid relegation.
- McLeish has expressed a strong desire to stay as the full-time manager.
- The team had a difficult league season with inconsistent form and scoring problems.
- Key defender Alex Gogic supports McLeish continuing if given the chance.
- Former manager Ian McCall praised McLeish for handling pressure well and improving his chances of keeping the job.
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