I’ve worked at that level so I know how hard it is. Robinson said: “Look, I’m a big supporter of international football and boys getting called up. With forwards Eamonn Brophy and Curtis Main also struggling with knocks, the Buddies may well have to make changes for today’s clash with Livingston from the side which beat Celtic before the break. Striker Greive only reported back from New Zealand’s Sunday clash yesterday, while Strain picked up a knock in the same game while earning his first cap for Australia. Robinson knows having more international players on the books at St Mirren is a double-edged sword, with those playing for their country more likely to pick up injuries while away on duty while often having to endure some mammoth flights.

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“In January and in the future, if funds are available it certainly will help.” Read More Related Articles “We’ve done that previously with boys and hopefully that continues. If you’re trying to attract players from England and abroad, this shows there’s an ability to build your career here. Robinson said: “I don’t think having six players called up for international duty has ever happened here before, so it shows we’re recruiting the right players.

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That has happened in rapid fashion, with all three featuring in the clash between Australia and New Zealand during the recent international break. Stephen Robinson firmly believes the growing contingent of international players at St Mirren will help him convince future signings to kick-start their career in Paisley.Īlex Greive, Keanu Baccus and Ryan Strain all felt joining the Buddies would enhance their chances of stepping up to their respective national teams.

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