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McLeish praises Chapman call-up, discusses youth opportunities ahead of match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 10:46 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

McLeish praises Chapman call-up, discusses youth opportunities ahead of match

Summary

Craig McLeish addressed the media ahead of St Mirren's Premiership match against Dundee United on Saturday. He expressed pride in goalkeeper Jacob Chapman earning his first Australia call-up for matches against Brazil, attributing it to development efforts at St Mirren. McLeish also highlighted the club's youth focus, mentioning players like Ryan Carr's potential to become a full international. He anticipates a difficult game against Dundee United, recognizing their recent performances as deserving better results. Jim Goodwin's return to the dugout after a medical absence was also acknowledged with support from McLeish.

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•St Mirren hosts Dundee United in the Premiership on Saturday.
•Jacob Chapman receives first Australia call-up for Brazil matches.
•McLeish emphasizes the importance of youth development at the club.
•Ryan Carr is seen as a future candidate for the full national team.
•Jim Goodwin returns to St Mirren after a medical absence.

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10:46 AMYahoo Sports — McLeish on Chapman call-up, young talent & Goodwin return

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Craig McLeish has been speaking to the media before St Mirren host Dundee United in the Premiership on Saturday (15:00 BST). McLeish is delighted Jacob Chapman has earned a first Australia call-up for matches against Brazil - and revealed goalkeeping coach Jamie Langfield had vowed to get the 25-year-old in the Socceroos squad. "It was part of the conversation we had with him during the summer," says McLeish.
— Yahoo Sports

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