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Greece 0-1 Scotland: 'Great survivor Grant Hanley basks in battle'

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Birmingham defender Grant Hanley made more clearances than he's had minutes on the pitch in more than a month .

Hanley is a freak who soaks up the doubt that comes at him from fans who really don't want him at the heart of Scotland 's defence.

Steve Clarke could have picked Scott McKenna , but he didn't. McKenna played 90 minutes in all of those games, but Clarke went with Hanley .

Clarke loves players who have strength and persistence.

No wonder he keeps faith with Hanley , despite the lack of football in his legs.

Hanley is nobody's idea of the perfect centre-back.

He won't amaze a single soul with his technical excellence.

But in terms of mental fortitude, he takes a bit of beating.

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