Steve Clarke’s side was rocked on Wednesday afternoon after it was revealed six players would be absent from the upcoming international triple-header, including tonight’s crucial match at Hampden.
Stuart Armstrong tested positive for Covid-19, which also forced Ryan Christie and Kieran Tierney into self-isolation after they’d been in close contact with their former Celtic team-mate. They were joined on the absence sheet by Liam Palmer, Scott McKenna and Oliver Burke, all of whom had to drop out due to injury.
It’s hardly the ideal preparation for Scotland’s biggest match in over two decades as they try to make it back to an international tournament for the first time since France ‘98.
However, as our readers have demonstrated with their team selections, there is more than enough talent left in the squad to find victory tonight.
1. GK - David Marshall
The Derby County keeper edged out Rangers stopper Jon McLaughlin for a place between the sticks. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SFA
2. DR - Stephen O'Donnell
The Motherwell right-back could have well have been third-choice going into these games, but the loss of Tierney and Palmer will likely necessitate him starting. Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
3. DL - Andrew Robertson
With Tierney out there is no Tierney-Robertson debate to be had. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
4. CB - Liam Cooper
The Leeds United centre-half has been backed to make just his fourth appearance for Scotland. Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group