We asked for your views on Steve Clarke’s Scotland squad selection for the upcoming World Cup qualifying double-header at home to Greece and Belarus.
Here’s what some of you said:
Gary: The squad is probably as expected although the over-loyalty from Steve Clarke is going to end up costing us. Grant Hanley was excellent in Denmark so no arguments there but Anthony Ralston, Kenny McLean, Lyndon Dykes and George Hirst should not be there in my opinion. Clarke has picked the squad in his usual stubborn way.
Stuart: Clarke has picked his mates and the old guard, regardless of form. The goalie situation is a concern.
David: If we are starting with Angus Gunn in goals, the back-up need to be playing. Craig Gordon has only seen 30 seconds of playing time. I see no reason why Falkirk’s Scott Bain wasn’t called up. Age is no barrier and he is bang on form. A very decent option to have on the bench.
Thomas: The continued selection of Ralston is utterly baffling. Our squad is far too static, which will likely make things much easier for the opposition to work us out. It’s dull and uninspiring.
Jimbo: For me, Lawrence Shankland should be straight in the team. Recent form is paramount, especially with strikers. Otherwise it’s a good squad, although the goalkeeper situation is a concern.
Ally: Where is Scott Bain? He’s making tremendous saves week in, week out in the Premiership. Clarke has instead selected players who have played no competitive minutes all season. Baffling.
Stephen: Happy enough with the squad. Max Johnston for Ralston and Shankland for Hirst would be my only changes. Ryan Gauld could bring balance to the team if we start with Ben Gannon-Doak. Hopefully he’ll be in the squad in November.