Predicted Scotland XI against Ukraine as out of luck Steve Clarke faces 3 vital calls amid injury nightmare

It's a massive chance for Scotland push for Euro 2024 through the Nations League with Steve Clarke's men just needing a draw with Ukraine to secure top spot in Group B1.

But it's easier said than done with Oleksandr Petrakov's looking for revenge following Scotland's impressive 3-0 victory at Hampden, and it will be a very different side that takes to the field after a series of injury woes for the national side. Nathan Patterson was the first to drop out with Everton full back picking up a knee injury during the first clash with Ukraine in Glasgow.

Scott McTominay is out through suspension having picked up a booking against Ireland, while Kieran Tierney and Scott McKenna are out having picked up a knock against Stephen Kenny's side. Clarke will have to shuffle his pack, but when it comes to his goalkeeper he will have little doubts over picking Hearts star Craig Gordon.

Aaron Hickey limped off on Saturday against Ireland but appears to have made a recovery having being spotted training at the Oriam before jetting off to Krakow, and is expected to start at right-back. With Tierney missing, Celtic star Greg Taylor looks set to get the nod on the opposite flank.

Jack Hendry will start at the heart of the defence, but the partnership he was forming with Nottingham Forest's McKenna is on hold after the centre-back picked up a knock. That leaves Ryan Porteous and Declan Gallagher to battle it out for a spot in the XI.

The Hibs man was initially called up to the squad, while Gallagher arrived amid mounting injuries. However, given his form for St Mirren and that he is trusted by Clarke in the big games Gallagher could get the nod.

With Manchester United's McTominay missing, Ryan Jack could anchor the midfield engine