Alex McLeish discusses life under Sir Alex Ferguson, Aberdeen FC's run to the 1983 European Cup Winners' Cup final and that famous night in Gothenburg Sweden.
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Alex McLeish Interview Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:00 Aberdeen FC 1983
01:10 Billy McNeill Aberdeen manager
02:40 Alex Ferguson Aberdeen manager
04:11 Aberdeen Team 1983
07:17 Ian Scanlon Aberdeen
08:06 Alex Ferguson's management style
09:43 Alex McLeish Goal in 1982 Scottish Cup Final
12:10 Playing Midfield
12:40 Willie Miller Aberdeen
14:05 Alex Ferguson Aberdeen bus story
17:58 Aberdeen European Cup Winners' Cup 83 Team
19:50 Dougie Bell Aberdeen
20:39 Neale Cooper (Tattie)
24:01 Liverpool 4-0 Aberdeen
26:24 Aberdeen FC Team 1983
29:29 Aberdeen 3-2 Bayern Munich Cup Winners Cup 1982/83
32:45 John Hewitt Aberdeen FC
34:16 Jock Stein Aberdeen European Cup Winners Cup
35:17 Real Madrid European Cup Winners Cup Final 1983
37:21 Alex Ferguson European Cup Winners Cup Final 1983
38:18 Alex McCleish European Cup Winners Cup Final 1983
41:31 Scoring the winning goal in the Cup Winners Cup Final
42:50 Making Scottish football history
44:20 Legendary football managers
46:25 40th Anniversary of 1983 European Cup Winners Cup Final
About Alex McLeish:
Alexander "Alex" McLeish is a name that commands respect in the world of football. From his beginnings as a tenacious defender to his evolution into a tactical football manager, McLeish's career has been a rollercoaster ride, marked by successes and setbacks.
Early Life and Playing Career
Born on January 21, 1959, in Glasgow, Scotland, Alex McLeish grew up with a love for football. He began his professional career at Aberdeen Football Club, where he would spend the majority of his playing days. Under the guidance of legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson, McLeish formed a formidable partnership with fellow defender Willie Miller.
During his time at Aberdeen, McLeish won numerous domestic titles and European honours, including three Scottish league championships, four Scottish Cups, one Scottish League Cup, and the prestigious 1982-83 European Cup Winners' Cup. After more than a decade with Aberdeen, McLeish moved to Motherwell, where he played for two seasons before retiring in 1994.
Transition to Management
Following his retirement as a player, McLeish made a seamless transition into management. He took up the role of player-manager at Motherwell before moving on to manage Hibernian. In his time with Hibs, McLeish showed his tactical acumen and ability to develop young talent, leading the club to a third-place finish in the Scottish Premier League in the 2000-01 season.
Rising through the Ranks
McLeish's impressive work at Hibernian caught the attention of Scottish giants Rangers, and he was appointed as their manager in December 2001. In his first season at the helm, McLeish guided Rangers to a domestic treble, winning the Scottish Premier League, Scottish Cup, and Scottish League Cup. He would go on to secure another league title and two more League Cups during his tenure with Rangers.
McLeish's success in Scotland led to him being appointed as the manager of the Scottish national team in January 2007. While his time with the national team was brief, he managed to secure a memorable victory over France in a Euro 2008 qualifier, showcasing his tactical prowess on the international stage.
English Club Management and Beyond
In November 2007, McLeish made the move to England, taking over as manager of Birmingham City. He led the team to promotion to the Premier League in his first season and, against all odds, secured the club's first major trophy in 48 years by winning the 2011 Football League Cup. However, despite this success, Birmingham was relegated the same season, and McLeish eventually moved on to Aston Villa.
McLeish's time at Villa was marred by poor results and fan discontent, and he was dismissed after just one season. He later managed clubs such as Nottingham Forest, Genk (Belgium), and Zamalek (Egypt), with varying degrees of success. In February 2018, McLeish returned to manage the Scottish national team for a second time, but his second stint was short-lived, ending in April 2019.
Legacy
Alex McLeish's career as both a footballer and a manager is a testament to his resilience, determination, and passion for the game. From his glory days at Aberdeen to his managerial triumphs with Rangers and Birmingham City, McLeish's name will forever be etched in the annals of football history.
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