Scotland's Kirin Cup winners 2006 - Where are they now, 15 years on?
The post-season tournament involved Bulgaria with the host nation Japan and was played ahead of the 2006 World Cup – but Scotland’s squad didn’t include several players still involved in the Scottish Cup and FA Cup.
Instead some new national heroes were formed as Scotland saw two scoring debuts and some silverware come home from the land of the rising sun.
Here’s a look at the victorious squad, and where they are now.
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1. Neil Alexander
Then of Cardiff City, Alexander moved to Rangers where he played in the UEFA Cup Final of 2008. Moved on from Ibrox and now coach at Dundee United. (Photo by Koichi Kamoshida/Getty Images) Photo: Koichi Kamoshida
2. Gary Naysmith
Then of Everton, the defender starred against Bulgaria and moved into management with East Fife and Queen of the Soutg. After another role at Hearts he is now in charge at Edinburgh City. Photo: SNS Group Alan Harvey
3. Graeme Murty
Then of Reading, the right-back wound up in a development coaching role at Rangers before being promoted to interim manager on two occasions with the Ibrox club in turmoil. Now back in his youth role at the Scottish champions. (Photo credit should read TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA
4. David McNamee
Late call-up for the Livingston full-back to replace Stephen McManus. McNamee moved on to coach at Coventry City but left football to join the Royal Navy in 2015. Photo: SNS Group Alan Harvey