Mixu eyes Fletcher goal boost

HibsMixu Paatelainen believes Steven Fletcher's international goals will help him get back amongst the goals in the SPL.

The Hibs striker captained Scotland's Under-21 side on Thursday and scored twice as they beat Slovenia 3-1, keeping the youngsters on track for the finals of the 2009 European Championships.

Fletcher scored after only 58 seconds and wrapped up the win with his second goal in the second half and his club boss, who was watching, believes that display will benefit Hibs.

Paatelainen told the Scotsman: "Fletch scored two fantastic goals which was good to see.

"When a player scores goals at international level he always comes back full of confidence and there is no question whatsoever in my mind that Steven will be scoring for us."


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