I'll take gaffer's talk Con board

Published date18 March 2024
Publication titleDaily Star (England)
The midfielder's first goal since signing from Hearts was not enough to prevent defeat at Celtic Park

Saints are now just a solitary point from the playoff spot but Smith, 22, is defiant and responsive to his gaffer's harsh words.

Levein was critical of the sub's impact in a recent loss to Dundee but fellow Parkhead replacements Tony Gallacher and Stevie May were also involved in his goal.

Smith said: "He spoke to me after the Dundee game. I knew myself I wasn't good enough when I came on.

"My energy levels weren't what they should be, a big part of my game is running about and getting stuck in.

"It was one of those games that just didn't go well for me. He told me that can't happen.

"I apologised. I knew it wasn't good enough. I made sure that this time it would be better.

"I got my first for the club and I'm buzzing for that. I made an impact, which is what I was asked to do.

"He was like that at...

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