Coyle lauds Clarets youngster

26 February 2009 17:56
MacDonald, 18, took the armband for the first time in the international friendly against France in Clairefontaine.[LNB]He responded with an outstanding display, scoring twice in the 3-2 defeat for Billy Stark's side.[LNB]And Coyle beamed: "I know from speaking to Billy (Stark) exactly what Scotland thinks of him. They love Alex, and we are in the same boat.[LNB]"To be captain of your country is something special, and to respond by scoring two goals against France is a tremendous achievement.[LNB]"It's a source of great pride for us as a club and I am delighted because everyone knows my policy on youth and seeing Alex progress augurs well for the future of Burnley Football Club."[LNB][LNB]

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