UEFA Nations League: Armstrong Returns To Scotland Squad, Morgan And Adams Withdraw
Armstrong Recalled After Injury
Southampton midfielder Stuart Armstrong has been recalled to the Scotland squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Ukraine and the Republic of Ireland. Armstrong missed the previous squad through injury but has returned to fitness and is available for selection.
Morgan And Adams Withdraw
However, Scotland have been dealt a blow with the withdrawal of defender Liam Cooper and midfielder Lewis Ferguson through injury. Morgan has been struggling with a thigh problem, while Adams has a knee injury. Both players have been ruled out of the upcoming matches.
Squad In Full
The full Scotland squad for the UEFA Nations League matches is as follows:
- Goalkeepers: Craig Gordon, David Marshall, Zander Clark
- Defenders: Kieran Tierney, Andrew Robertson, Nathan Patterson, Scott McKenna, Grant Hanley, Scott McTominay, Aaron Hickey
- Midfielders: Stuart Armstrong, John McGinn, Callum McGregor, Ryan Christie, Kenny McLean, Billy Gilmour
- Forwards: Che Adams, Lyndon Dykes, Ryan Fraser, Oli McBurnie
Scotland's Fixtures
Scotland will face Ukraine in a friendly match on Wednesday, September 21, before taking on the Republic of Ireland in a UEFA Nations League match on Saturday, September 24. Both matches will be played at Hampden Park in Glasgow.