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Jim Crawford reflects on the many individuals and circumstances that have influenced his coaching style. Paul Fennessy By Paul Fennessy Sunday 7 Mar 2021, 8:00 AM Mar 7th 2021, 8:00 AM 19,323 Views 3 Comments
Jim Crawford was appointed Ireland U21s boss last year.
Image: Stephen McCarthy/SPORTSFILE
Image: Stephen McCarthy/SPORTSFILE
23 YEARS AGO, Jim Crawford found himself sitting in Kenny Dalglish’s office.
Over the course of three injury-ridden years, he had made two Premier League appearances for Newcastle, one of which was during a famous 4-3 loss to Liverpool in 1997.
The Magpies manager was honest with Crawford, telling him he didn’t have a future at the club.