Craig Levein Appointed as St Johnstone Manager Amid Mixed Reactions from Fans

Levein to take charge of struggling Scottish Championship side, bringing vast experience but dividing fanbase due to previous performance controversies.

• Craig Levein, former Scotland, Heart of Midlothian and Leicester City boss, has been appointed as St Johnstone manager in an attempt to rescue the team from their current struggle in the Scottish Championship.
• The decision has been met with mixed reactions from fans, sparking debate over whether Levein's experience will benefit the team or his previous controversies will hinder their performance.
• Many positive supporters highlight Levein's experience, tactical mindfulness, and previous success with Dundee United and Heart of Midlothian as reasons to believe in his potential to uplift St Johnstone's current performance.
• Fans on the fence see the appointment as a gamble, acknowledging Levein's knowledge of the league and players but expressing concerns over his long absence from management.
• Detractors point to Levein's defensive style of play, age, and long break from management as reasons for their disappointment in the appointment, with some planning to boycott games.

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