Peter Martin meets Derek McInnes: Kilmarnock FC manager who's nominated PFA Scotland Manager of the Year 2024! McInnes shares his best stories from being a player at Rangers FC under Walter Smith and Dick Advocaat to leading Kilmarnock to beat Celtic and Rangers.
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Derek McInnes talks about Kilmarnock's amazing season so far as well as sharing stories about both his managerial and playing career and the lessons he learned from Walter Smith, Dick Advocaat and more.
00:00:00 Derek McInnes and David Watson
00:04:24 Signing Lewis Ferguson
00:05:58 Derek McInnes transfer from Morton to Rangers
00:08:30 What makes Kilmarnock FC a good team
00:19:40 Philippe Clement's tactics at Rangers
00:22:14 Brendan Rogers Celtic tactics
00:26:18 Derek McInnes playing for Rangers FC
00:28:51 Walter Smith as Rangers manager and intense training
00:34:22 Dick Advocaat Rangers manager
00:38:41 Derek McInnes in the Battle of Bramall Lane
00:42:14 Stuart McCall Dundee United
00:45:06 Becoming a football manager at St Johnstone
00:49:43 Derek McInnes as Aberdeen FC
00:58:48 Derek McInnes rejecting Rangers Manager job
01:01:05 If Derek McInnes wants to be the next Scotland manager
01:02:22 The most important people to Derek McInnes
Kilmarnock FC's manager, Derek McInnes, reflects on his nomination for Manager of the Year and the recognition of his players' achievements.
When asked about his nomination for Manager of the Year, McInnes expressed his pleasure, acknowledging that such accolades are always appreciated, although he noted that as one matures in the profession, personal awards may not carry the same weight as they once did. Nevertheless, McInnes admitted that being nominated was a pleasant surprise, highlighting the significance of the recognition.
The conversation then turned to the absence of any of his players in the PFA Team of the Year, a topic that left McInnes somewhat surprised. He admitted to having observed the Team of the Year, acknowledging the presence of several strong players who had performed exceptionally well throughout the season. However, McInnes confessed to being disappointed, even surprised, by the absence of one or two of his own players from the lineup. Despite this, he remained optimistic about his team's capabilities, expressing confidence that they could match up against any team, despite the absence of recognition in this instance.
McInnes emphasized the collective effort required for a club to achieve consistent success. He pointed to various factors, including cohesive teamwork, effective recruitment strategies, and strong performances from the players, as key elements contributing to the club's overall success. McInnes highlighted the significance of such nominations as indicators of a club's well-functioning structure and Kilmarnock FC's ability to deliver results consistently in the Scottish Premiership.
When asked about his nomination for Manager of the Year, McInnes expressed his pleasure, acknowledging that such accolades are always appreciated, although he noted that as one matures in the profession, personal awards may not carry the same weight as they once did. Nevertheless, McInnes admitted that being nominated was a pleasant surprise, highlighting the significance of the recognition.
The conversation then turned to the absence of any of his players in the PFA Scotland Team of the Year, a topic that left McInnes somewhat surprised. He admitted to having observed the Team of the Year, acknowledging the presence of several strong players who had performed exceptionally well throughout the season. However, McInnes confessed to being disappointed, even surprised, by the absence of one or two of his own players from the lineup. Despite this, he remained optimistic about his team's capabilities, expressing confidence that they could match up against any team, despite the absence of recognition in this instance.
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