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Leigh Griffiths strike voted Scotland's best goal of 2017

Leigh Griffiths' second goal against England in the 2-2 draw in June has been voted the best Scottish strike of 2017.
By The Newsroom
Published 18th Dec 2017, 19:16 BST
Updated 18th Dec 2017, 19:20 BST
Leigh Griffiths scored a stunning free kick double for Scotland against England, taking the Scots close to a famous victory. Picture: Michael GillenLeigh Griffiths scored a stunning free kick double for Scotland against England, taking the Scots close to a famous victory. Picture: Michael Gillen
Leigh Griffiths scored a stunning free kick double for Scotland against England, taking the Scots close to a famous victory. Picture: Michael Gillen

The Celtic striker hit two perfect free kicks as Scotland took a 2-1 lead into the dying moments of the World Cup qualifier, only for Harry Kane to snatch an injury-time equaliser.

The match finished all square, with the Tartan Army wondering what might have been had Scotland held on for a famous win.

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Griffiths saw off competition from Scotland Under-17 star Glenn Middleton for his goal against Montenegro, Andy Robertson’s strike against Lithuania and Claire Emslie’s effort for Scotland Women against Albania.