This summer’s European Championships will be a different tournament to usual ones we’ve seen in the past – and not just because Scotland are among the teams for the first time in 25 years.
With more teams than before and spread around the entire continent rather than limited to one or two host countries, the special 60th anniversary edition of the tournament is a little bit different – it’s also called Euro 2020 and being held in 2021 too.
There will be fewer fans than usual at the tournament too but another key change, however, is participating nations will be allowed to take 26 players as part of their squad, rather than the usual 23.
But with extra space opening in Steve Clarke’s squad, who will be the lucky few to benefit from the move?
We’ve picked out the fringe players who might have an eye of sneaking into one of the recently opened up spots and forcing their selection.
With guaranteed games at Hampden and Wembley, and Scotland based in Middlesbrough for the opening stages, who will be added to the party and occupying the extra seats on the bus?
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9. Nathan Patterson
Another who has surged to prominence this season, the Rangers right-back burst onto the scene and has impressed - so much so he is a rival for Stephen O'Donnell and Liam Palmer on the right. Has also played at right wing for the under-21s so would give Steve Clarke options. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
10. Greg Taylor
Celtic defender has been included in squads and is well known to the manager from their time together at Kilmarnock, however the Celtic man is slipping down the pecking order - so the extra spaces might preserve his squad place. Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
11. Paul McGinn
A steady season at the back for Hibs means McGinn can't be ruled out for one of the additional places having been the late call-up last October. Versatility across the back could see him join his brother John who is a certainty to be included. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group / SFA
12. Barry Bannan
Out of the picture under Steve Clarke, Bannan has shown leadership in Sheffield Wednesday's battle against the drop from the Championshkip and, with Ryan Jack missing, there could be a midfield berth available for a disciplined older head to play in the middle of the park, or come on and create - something Bannan is capble of. Photo: SNS Group Craig Foy