Former Rangers midfielder Charlie Adam is delighted that he has been able to prove some people wrong over the last two-and-a-half-years with English outfit Blackpool.
The 25-year old Scotland international has emerged as one of the best midfielders in the Premiership this season, attracting interest from the likes of Liverpool, Tottenham and Aston Villa during the winter transfer window.
Often a scapegoat at Ibrox, Adam is happy he has been able to bounce and show the doubters what he is capable of.
"There are certain people I've proved wrong - and it puts a smile on my face to know that inside these people are hurting," he said.
"But you are always proving people wrong in this game. You can't please everybody.
"Every time I step out on the pitch in one of the best leagues in the world, hopefully I prove that I belong at this level.
"In terms of the criticism I've had, I can't name names but, yes, it's people in football I'm talking about.
"It's nothing to do with Walter Smith. I've got a lot of respect for him - for what he's achieved and for what he's done for me.
"He gave me the opportunity to play for Blackpool and to get regular football. So I have no bad words to say about Walter Smith. He's a terrific man and a fantastic manager.
"But there are others I'm proving wrong and I take a lot of satisfaction from that."