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Padraig Whelan·21 March 2022

Two players called into Scotland squad for first time

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Scotland boss Steve Clarke has brought three new names into his squad for this month’s friendlies, including two new faces.

Fitness issues for Scott McKenna and David Marshall have saw them withdraw, being replaced by Hearts defender Craig Halkett and Sunderland striker Ross Stewart, who are included for the first time, while goalkeeper Zander Clark returns.


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Although it is yet to be announced, captain Andy Robertson may also withdraw or link up with the squad late after Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp confirmed on Sunday night that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

Despite only returning to training for QPR this week after over a month on the sidelines, Lyndon Dykes is in line to join the team for the second fixture next week.

Scotland face Poland in a friendly at Hampden on Thursday night following the postponement of their World Cup play-off against Ukraine, before travelling to either Wales or Austria for a friendly.