My Euro Regret ; Ex-Scotland Boss Brown Backs Old Firm Call-Offs and Wishes He Could Have Had That Luxury in 1999

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CRAIG BROWN last night hailed the newfound spirit of co- operation ahead of Scotland's day of destiny, which has seen this weekend's games involving the Old Firm postponed for the good of the nation's aspirations.

Yet the former Scotland manager could not help but look back in time and wonder what might have been had his similar request, eight years ago this week, not been turned down.

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My Euro Regret ; Ex-Scotland Boss Brown Backs Old Firm Call-Offs and Wishes He Could Have Had That Luxury in 1999

Back in 1999, Brown wanted to cancel an Old Firm game to ensure his Scotland side were in premium condition for their vital Euro 2000 qualifying play-off against England just days later.

However, the then national team boss failed in his request and Scotland paid a severe penalty.

Celtic and Scotland's insp...

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