Craig Levein loved what Everton defender Nathan Patterson was doing for Scotland v Poland
Craig Levein was left thrilled by Everton defender Nathan Patterson for his performance for Scotland against Poland last night.
Despite struggling for game time with the Toffees, the young right-back started in a back five and shined at Hampden Park.
Levein singled out Patterson and loved his attacking work, insisting it was the best part of his game at this moment.
Speaking during live coverage of the game for the BBC, Levein singled out the young right-back for his efforts.
“I really like when Scotland come down the right,” he said.
“Nathan Patterson has got the better of his opposite man, we just need to keep feeding him the ball. He’s had two shots, a couple of crosses, and been very effective.
“His attacking skills are probably the best part of his game. In a game with wing-backs where you’re trying to attack down the sides, he’s very, very useful.”
How?
As fans, we were sitting and watching this game wondering how on earth does Patterson not get in our side right now?
Seamus Coleman and Jonjoe Kenny can only hope of having a similar impact that the youngster had when bombing forward, but realistically they have no chance of that.
Frank Lampard was also hopefully watching and seeing what he can do, and it would be no surprise to see him more after this break.
With big games in hand against the likes of Burnley coming up, Patterson and his ability to get forward wide on the right could catch them cold.
This international break could be a blessing for Patterson, and let’s hope we can see him more between now and the end of the season – could he save us?
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