LEIGH GRIFFITHS was the hero tonight as Scotland beat Malta to give themselves a great chance of a play-off place for the World Cup.
The Celtic striker assisted in the first goal and scored the second to prove how vital he’s becoming to the Scotland set-up.
However, when he was through on goal in the second half the player pulled up and was substituted.
With Celtic fans anxious about the striker’s condition with a game against Hamilton on Friday night, Gordon Strachan gave us a quick update.
“He has a tight calf,” Said the Scotland gaffer.
“So he was a threat, hopefully, he’ll be fine for the game next week. They’ve got a game on Friday but I think the big one with due respect to Hamilton will be the next one.”
If Strachan is correct then there could be a very early debut for Edouard who just signed on-loan for Celtic last week. The youngster could get the nod with Brendan having a previous history of protecting Leigh for the bigger games.
If Edouard has half as much the impact as the last player to deputise for Griffiths after Leigh was sidelined,namely Dembele,then we are in for treat.
The Frenchman comes with the reputation and promise of stardom so it’s
looking like the Celtic fans may have another striking hero to worship.
Here’s hoping so,HAIL HAIL.
Note to myself much,rather Griffiths is fit though!!!!!
griffiths a must in europe