The 11 fringe players who could be called into Steve Clarke's Scotland squad for international triple-header
A selection of players who were omitted from Scotland’s Euro 2020 squad who could get their chance in the forthcoming international triple-header.
Steve Clarke and his Scotland side face a crucial six days at the beginning of next month as the World Cup qualification campaign ramps up with a visit from Moldova separating two trips to the group’s highest seeds, Denmark and Austria, respectively.
Draws with Austria and Israel in the first batch of games means there’s very little room for error for Clarke and his players, as two defeats in the next three will realistically end all hope of getting to the World Cup in Qatar next year.
The manager will name his squad on Tuesday. With some key injuries and the potential to look to the future with a few players getting older, expect a little bit of change from the last time. We break down the likely contenders to come in…
The manager will name his squad on Tuesday. With some key injuries and the potential to look to the future with a few players getting older, expect a little bit of change from the last time. We break down the likely contenders to come in…
9. Josh Doig (Hibs)
The highly-rated teenager is another unlucky understudy who could get his chance if both Tierney and Robertson are out. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
10. Ryan Jack (Rangers)
Yet to recover from a knee injury which has kept him out since February. He's expected to return soon, but whether that's quick enough to make the squad remains to be seen. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
11. Oli McBurnie (Sheffield United)
Not a popular player with the fans but somebody who Clarke has trusted in the past. He could come back in if the manager wants more striking options. Photo: George Wood