England's James Ward-Prowse pictured with Gareth Southgate on September 5, 2020
A look at how England, Scotland, Wales, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland could fare in the UEFA Nations League
What did the opening fixtures of the Nations League tell us about hopes ahead?
Sep 9, 12:37
Liam Palmer pictured for Scotland in June 2019
Liam Palmer pleased with Scotland momentum heading into Euro 2020 playoff
The Scots edged past a makeshift Czech Republic side on Monday night.
Sep 8, 12:49
Scotland's Ryan Christie celebrates with teammates after scoring against Czech Republic on September 7, 2020
Steve Clarke sees reasons to be optimistic after Scotland's win against Czech Republic
Scotland made it five games unbeaten with the win against a makeshift Czech Republic side in Olomouc.
Sep 8, 07:37
Scotland's Ryan Christie celebrates with teammates after scoring against Czech Republic on September 7, 2020
Scotland come from behind to scrape past makeshift Czech Republic
Ryan Christie's penalty won it for Steve Clarke's side, who had to come from behind.
Sep 7, 21:10
Scotland Under-21s boss Scot Gemmill pictured in October 2018
Scot Gemmill hopes to see Scotland Under-21s players called up by Steve Clarke
The senior side are facing three home games in a week.
Sep 7, 09:48
Stuart Armstrong pictured for Scotland on September 4, 2020
Stuart Armstrong: 'Expectation on Scotland is now even greater against Czech Republic'
The home side will be without Tomas Soucek and Patrik Schick because of coronavirus precautions.
Sep 7, 07:43
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured on September 4, 2020
Steve Clarke still wary of second-string Czech Republic side
Scotland will come against new-look opponents after a backroom staff member tested positive for coronavirus.
Sep 6, 13:57
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured on September 4, 2020
Preview:Czech Republic vs. Scotland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's UEFA Nations League clash between Czech Republic and Scotland, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 5, 13:22
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured on September 4, 2020
UEFA confirm Scotland's clash with Czech Republic will go ahead
The game had been called off by the Czechs on Friday night but UEFA says it will go ahead.
Sep 5, 11:45
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured on September 4, 2020
Steve Clarke defends Scotland tactics after Israel draw
Eran Zahavi cancelled out Ryan Christie's opener.
Sep 4, 22:53
Israel's Eran Zahavi celebrates scoring against Scotland on Septmeber 4, 2020
Scotland pegged back by Israel in Nations League opener
The home side broke the deadlock a minute from the break with a Ryan Christie penalty.
Sep 4, 21:14
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured in November 2019
Scotland boss Steve Clarke: "We are going to miss the Tartan Army"
The Scots will open their Nations League campaign behind closed doors due to coronavirus restrictions.
Sep 4, 07:53
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured in November 2019
A closer look at Scotland's UEFA Nations League clash with Israel
Andy Andrew Robertson and Kieran Tierney give Steve Clarke a selection headache.
Sep 3, 16:30
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured in November 2019
Steve Clarke: 'Scotland's focus is on next Israel game'
The Scots take on Israel in the Nations League and a Euro 2020 play-off.
Sep 3, 16:27
Sheffield United's Oliver McBurnie reacts on January 21, 2020
Oli McBurnie was "ready and willing" to play for Scotland
The striker played 45 minutes of Sheffield United's pre-season friendly win against Derby on Tuesday.
Sep 2, 19:04
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured in November 2019
Preview:Scotland vs. Israel - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's UEFA Nations League fixture between Scotland and Israel, including team news and injury news.
Sep 2, 14:00
David Marshall in action for Scotland on September 6, 2019
David Marshall vows to provide support for Robby McCrorie
Robby McCrorie was called up for the first time by Steve Clarke last week for this month's double-header against Israel and Czech Republic.
Sep 2, 10:19
Sheffield United's Oliver McBurnie reacts on January 21, 2020
Scotland boss Steve Clarke gave Oli McBurnie blessing to play in friendly
The striker played 45 minutes of United's 2-0 pre-season win over Derby, two days after pulling out of the Scotland squad.
Sep 1, 21:03
Sheffield United's Oliver McBurnie reacts on January 21, 2020
Oli McBurnie plays for Sheff Utd after pulling out of Scotland squad
The striker came on at half-time as the Blades played Derby in a pre-season game at Pride Park.
Sep 1, 17:59
Queens Park Rangers and Scotland forward Lyndon Dykes pictured in August 2020
Steven Reid confident Lyndon Dykes is ready for Scotland debut
The 24-year-old striker was included in the squad for the first time for the Nations League double header against Israel and Czech Republic.
Sep 1, 10:58
Former Newcastle United coach John Carver pictured in December 2017
Former Newcastle coach John Carver joins Scotland's backroom staff
The Newcastle-born coach replaces Alex Dyer, who has stepped down to focus on Kilmarnock.
Aug 31, 15:46
Queens Park Rangers and Scotland forward Lyndon Dykes pictured in August 2020
Lyndon Dykes: 'I owe it all to Scotland'
Lyndon Dykes had the option of representing his native country but decided to link up with Steve Clarke's squad.
Aug 31, 14:14
Lawrence Shankland in action for Scotland on October 13, 2019
Lawrence Shankland 'to miss Scotland's upcoming games through injury'
Scotland face Israel at Hampden on Friday before travelling to take on the Czech Republic three days later.
Aug 29, 15:48
Youssouf Mulumbu in Premier League action for Norwich City on February 5, 2016
Youssouf Mulumbu: 'Nothing has changed since I left Kilmarnock'
The veteran midfielder has rejoined the club on a short-term deal after Alan Power's injury.
Aug 28, 15:39
Youssouf Mulumbu in Premier League action for Norwich City on February 5, 2016
Youssouf Mulumbu in contention to make third debut for Kilmarnock
Alan Power will miss the match with Dundee United through injury.
Aug 28, 14:25
General view of Rugby Park, home to Kilmarnock, from 2011
Team News: Alan Power out of Kilmarnock's clash with Dundee United
Alan Power has a hamstring injury.
Aug 28, 10:45
Lawrence Shankland in action for Scotland on October 13, 2019
Micky Mellon: 'Lawrence Shankland could miss out for Scotland'
The striker has an ankle issue.
Aug 27, 16:20
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured in November 2019
Steve Clarke: 'Lyndon Dykes must battle to secure Scotland spot'
The striker has rejected Australia to commit to Scotland.
Aug 26, 08:03
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured in November 2019
Steve Clarke insists Lyndon Dykes Scotland call-up is for the right reasons
The QPR frontman is eligible to represent Australia having been born on the Gold Coast.
Aug 25, 14:29
Scotland boss Steve Clarke on October 10, 2019
Livingston's Rangers loanee keeper Robby McCrorie set for maiden Scotland call
The 22-year-old is in line to be promoted from the Scotland Under-21 squad for next month's Nations League double header.
Aug 24, 21:19
Gus Poyet in charge of Shanghai Shenhua in March 2017
Gus Poyet reveals Kilmarnock job offer as he seeks return to management
The former Chelsea midfielder said it was "embarrassing" that the job offer he told Killie about did not pan out.
Aug 20, 07:41
Stuart Findlay celebrates with Scotland teammate Lawrence Shankland on October 13, 2019
Stuart Findlay to use Celtic match as chance to impress Steve Clarke
The centre-back has one senior cap and goal but his international career was put on hold by the coronavirus pandemic.
Aug 8, 12:21
General view of Hampden Park on May 27, 2017
Scottish FA to use Israel clash as test event for return of supporters
The two sides meet in a Nations League play-off in early September with European Championship qualification on the line.
Jul 21, 16:30
Scotland boss Steve Clarke on October 10, 2019
Lyndon Dykes nearing decision on Scotland or Australia
The Livingston striker is eligible to represent both Australia and Scotland.
Jun 26, 19:02
Liverpool's Jordan Henderson lifts the trophy as they celebrate after winning the Club World Cup on December 21, 2019
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 25
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jun 25, 22:39
Scotland boss Steve Clarke on October 10, 2019
Steve Clarke optimistic of fans returning to Hampden Park soon
The Scottish government has paved the way for outdoors events to take place in front of limited crowds from a provisional date of July 23.
Jun 25, 17:36
Scotland boss Steve Clarke on October 10, 2019
Scotland boss Steve Clarke happy to have chance to prepare for Euro 2020 playoff
Steve Clarke begins his first full group campaign when Scotland host Israel on September 4 in their Nations League opener.
Jun 25, 15:27
Scotland boss Steve Clarke on October 10, 2019
Scotland boss Steve Clarke 'could be forced to look for new coaching team'
Alex Dyer has become permanent Kilmarnock boss while Steven Reid is interested in Bolton job.
Jun 15, 19:13
Scotland boss Steve Clarke on October 10, 2019
Coronavirus latest: Scotland manager Steve Clarke takes 10% pay cut
It is understood that 50 per cent of the Scottish FA has been placed on furlough leave.
Mar 31, 17:06
Watford's Troy Deeney applauds fans as he celebrates at the end of the match on February 29, 2020
Coronavirus latest: What the sporting world has been saying during pandemic
Troy Deeney and Steve Clarke were among those who commented about the pandemic on Thursday.
Mar 26, 19:02
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