'It sounds stupid, but Scottish game is a lot tougher than here'

From: Evening News - Scotland | Date: January 15, 2003| Author: | Copyright information

TO those who had the privilege of seeing Antti Niemi turn on the style for Hearts on a regular basis, the manner in which the keeper has adapted to life in the Premiership at Southampton should come as no surprise.

However, what may raise a few eyebrows is the fact the Finnish star reckons it is EASIER to perform in one of the world's toughest leagues than it is to play in the Scottish Premierleague.

The 30-year-old saw his dream come true when Gordon Strachan brought him to the south coast in a 2 million pounds deal five months ago and despite the fact he may have been a relative unknown ...

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