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Allegations of corruption in public works and gross nepotism have dogged her government.

The Aussies, showing the same dogged spirit that Schmidt instilled in Ireland during his time in charge, kept snapping away at the hosts' heels and struck on the stroke of half-time.

Scotland fans were almost hyperventilating when Grant Hanley was named in the team, but the Hibernian centre-back was terrific against Denmark, emblematic of a performance that was disciplined, dogged and occasionally threatening.

Further scrutiny over his leadership came over the summer, as more unwelcome headlines dogged the corporation.

Yes, there’s value in being dogged about each individual case of corruption.