'I'd rather have long career than be finished as a boss at 40'

CRAIG MCcLEISH insists he'll play the long game to become a manager if he is passed over for the St Mirren post.

- BY FRASER MACKIE

The interim coach impressed by steering Saints to a surprise win at inform Falkirk on Saturday.

McLeish received a big vote of confidence from the players as they celebrated with travelling fans after the 2-1 victory.

Midfielder Killian Phillips playfully pushed him to accept the acclaim of the away end.

McLeish expects to hear this week what direction the club are going in with a replacement for Stephen Robinson.