Deep down there’s a part of Steve Clarke that revels in his reputation as Scotland’s grumpy gaffer. But heaven knows there’s plenty of reasons to be miserable now as his plans for a 40th bash in Poland have gone to pot.
Nations League Group A is in the nation’s sights – yet Clarke is going to have to do it with the B Team. It won’t be a problem for the manager though if the B stands for Belgrade.
Clarke is right up against it in Krakow ahead of the clash with Ukraine, with half a squad either crocked, banned or laid low with a bug.
He counted 16 players from his extended list who won’t be available to help him clock up his 40th match in charge of the country.
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