Just over three months on from Scotland’s dramatic late win over Poland in Warsaw, Steve Clarke is set to name his squad for the vital Nations League playoff against Greece in the coming days.
Beginning with a game in Athens on March 20, the Tartan Army face a two-legged affair against Ivan Jovanović’s side for the right to retain their place in League A of the Nations League, after back-to-back victories over Croatia and Poland in November secured third spot in Group A1 and a final shot at avoiding relegation from the competition’s top tier.
While the Scotland boss will have designs on emerging from the playoff victorious and extending Scotland’s current three game unbeaten run, Clarke has been hit by a number of injuries, with Lyndon Dykes, Ben Doak and Ryan Christie all doubts for the squad after picking up knocks in recent weeks.
With injuries to some of his key players potentially opening the door for new faces in the Scotland squad, we look at 13 uncapped Scottish talents that could be set for international call ups next month.
5. Kieron Bowie - Hibs
A regular for the Scotland under-21 set-up, he has impressed at Easter Road on his return to fitness. With Lyndon Dykes injured, could Bowie offer Steve Clarke an alternative option? Has a keen eye for goal, and also provides a physical presence up top. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
6. James Penrice - Hearts
Has made a real impression on the Tynecastle faithful this year, with his ability to get forward and add to the Hearts attack, all whilst remaining defensively astute. Likened to Scotland captain Andy Robertson in recent months, few could deny Penrice deserves a call-up should Steve Clarke opt to pick him next month. | SNS Photo: SNS Group
7. Lennon Miller - Motherwell
As Scotland's most highly-rated teenager, Tartan Army fans are desperate to see what he can do on the senior international stage. Has played over 50 times for Motherwell, and captained the Fir Park club numerous times this season. Back to full fitness after a foot injury, could now be the time to include him? | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
8. Nicky Cadden - Hibs
The Hibs star has made real strides in recent months, and played a huge role in his side's impressive 14 game unbeaten run. Has nine goal contributions in just 18 games from wing-back, and is still just 28. He's in excellent form. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group