First team boss Steven Gerrard is back in Scotland after the covid outbreak amongst the champions squad forced the manager, and a number of first-team stars, to miss the trip.
That’s left the assistant manager and first team coach holding the fort in the vital meeting which has a fourth consecutive Europa League group stage resting upon it.
No doubt though, Gerrard will have had his say and Gary McAllister confirmed the manager would have a word for the players as they prepare in Yerevan.
Ryan Kent, Allan McGregor and club captain James Tavernier may not have made the flight, but the team selection by the deputising duo is still strong for the 4pm kick-off.
5. DR - Nathan Patterson
The defender has only played once competitively since appearing for Scotland at the European Championships. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
6. MC - Glen Kamara
The Finnish international has completed his European suspension and is available for selection. Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
7. MC - Steven Davis
As well as travelling the 5000 miles, the Northern Irishman has been called up for his national side's World Cup qualifiers next month. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
8. MC - Scott Arfield
Midfielder scored at the weekend against Ross County. Photo: Ian MacNicol