Scotland could have been looking forward to their first major finals of the century had it not been for the coronavirus pandemic.Steve Clarke's men still have a Euro play-off campaign to look forward to but in the absence of any clarity over the date, the lockdown has been a chance to reflect on past glories.Here, Gavin McAfferty attempts the task of selecting the 10 greatest Scotland players - based on their contribution to the national team rather than club achievements.
5. Danny McGrain
The full-back played for Scotland in five World Cup matches and was never on the losing side. A marauding right-back in the days when many in his position did not venture far forward, he was so good he won many of his 62 caps at left-back to accommodate Sandy Jardine. | Other 3rd Party Photo: SNS Group
6. Alex Jackson
A superstar regarded by many as the best player in the world, Jackson won 15 of his 17 internationals and lost only one. He tasted victory over England four times - netting a winner in 1926 and hitting the first hat-trick at the same stadium two years later as the 'Wembley Wizards' beat their hosts 5-1. A row with the English league, where Jackson played for Huddersfield, meant Scotland did not select him again meaning he won his final cap aged 25. | Getty Images Photo: Central Press
7. Graeme Souness
Another to have played in three World Cups, the former Liverpool and Sampdoria midfielder combined fierce tackling with composure and accuracy on the ball. A three-time European cup winner, Souness won 54 caps. Would go on to play for and manage Rangers. | Other 3rd Party Photo: SNS Group
8. Billy Bremner
The driving force of Don Revie's great Leeds side, Bremner captained Scotland in their unbeaten 1974 World Cup finals campaign, coming close to netting a winner against Brazil as a rebound flashed in front of him. The 5ft 5in midfielder made up for his height disadvantage with an abundance of determination and skill. | Other 3rd Party Photo: SNS Group