Evening Telegraph (First Edition)
Bollan set for Cowden
The Scotland defender has backed his ex-boss
He added: “It’s a harsh learning curve but the boys who came in for their first caps did extraordinarily well.
“On another day we could’ve scored two or three but sometimes that’s the harsh reality of football.”
The Hearts captain singled out defensive partner Tierney for special praise on a night he captained his country.
He said: “I thought he was superb, I thought he was Man of the Match. He did well, blocked shots, he’s good on his left side defensively but he can also step forward.
“For Charlie (Mulgrew) and I it’s a bit different on the other side. It’s more difficult on our right foot, we’re not as confident to step forward.
“Kieran has all the attributes to go on and be the captain of Scotland for many years to come.
“He’s a really nice guy, he works hard and he’s level-headed.
“Me and Charlie had created a good partnership prior to this. We’ve got a good defensive record but, obviously, the manager wanted to change it.
“Kieran’s done superbly well, the back four’s all done well and, as a team, we made it hard for them to break us down. “We just couldn’t get that goal. “It’s disappointing to lose the game but I’m not getting any younger, touch wood I’m lucky with injuries and I look after myself.
“Hopefully, whoever comes in as new boss, all you can do is play well for your club and be judged on that.” GARY Bollan is set to be u nv e i l e d a s the new manager of Cowdenbeath.
The former Dundee United, Rangers and St Johnstone defender was sacked as Forfar boss a few weeks ago.
Bollan has been chosen by the Central Park board ahead of former manager Colin Cameron and ex-Dumbarton and St Mirren boss Ian Murray.
Although Forfar were bottom of League One when he left Station Park, Bollan had taken them up through the play-offs the year before.
Cowdenbeath are rock bottom of League Two, with their place in senior football