EM 2021: Scotland squad – Stars play in defense

Updated on 06/14/2021 at 09:53

• Scotland are returning to a major tournament for the first time in 23 years.
• Coach Steve Clarke’s team bought the ticket at the last second.
• There is already a showdown against arch-rivals England in the group stage. this is scotland team

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The excitement in the team could hardly have been higher: despite the lockdown and ghost games, the Scottish national team didn’t let the excitement go away and held a rousing celebration in the Belgrade Stadium dressing room in mid-November. No wonder: Scotland has not played in a major tournament since the 1998 World Cup, and the last European Championship with Scottish participation was 25 years ago.

Participation in the European Championship was very close. Scotland had to make it to the playoffs League of Nations Won the final 5–4 against Serbia on penalties – the deciding penalty was checked out before Scotland could celebrate. And the thrill continues: as Scotland – like 25 years ago – meet their arch-rivals in the group stage England,

The opponents in the group stage of the European Championship are England and Croatia, the Czech Republic and the vice world champions. Those two games will take place at Glasgow’s home Hampden Park – pandemic permitting.

Scotland in EM 2021: the stars are the saviors

The stars and pillars of the team are the two defenders. Andrew Robertson is one of the best left-backs in the world – English champion, Champions League winner FC Liverpool – And the captain of the national team of Scotland.

This 27-year-old is the hallmark of the team. Scotland Football legend Kenny Dalglish last told the Glasgow Times: “Those who doubt themselves can look up to Andy and, with the same drive and luck, become like Andy Robertson.”

Kieran Tierney played for Celtic Glasgow for 15 years before joining Arsenal two years ago for €27m. For Scotland he usually plays as a central defender and is, along with Robertson, the most celebrated player and a key pillar of the team.

Talents: Three debutants for EM 2021

Steve Clarke nominates three debutants for the 2021 European Championship. Billy Gilmour (19), David Turnbull (21) and Nathan Patterson (19) were rewarded for their strong performances in their respective leagues. Gilmour made a few brief appearances in Chelsea FC’s star squad, Patterson was part of the undefeated Rangers and showed notably in March and April that he could be trusted. Turnbull was a midfield regular at Celtic in 2021 and scored a total of seven goals.

Read also: All Groups & Dates – EM Schedule 2021 at a Glance

Coach: Steve Clarke learned from the big guys

Coach Steve Clarke took over in spring 2019 from former international Alex McLeish, who had coached the team for just one year. Clarke may not be one of the world stars among coaches, but he is a household name in Great Britain: he has already looked after Premier League clubs West Bromwich Albion and FC Reading.

Prior to this, he was an assistant coach for several years, initially under Ruud Gullit. He later worked as an assistant coach at Chelsea under Jose Mourinho and Luis Felipe Scolari and assisted Kenny Dalglish. liverpool, This 57-year-old player seems to have a special connection with the players. He communicates openly and represents his opinion.

EM 2021: This is Scotland’s team

Goalkeeper:

• Craig Gordon (1982), Heart of Midlothian
• David Marshall (1985), Derby County
• John McLaughlin (1987), Glasgow Rangers

Defense:

• Liam Cooper (1991), Leeds United
• Declan Gallagher (1991), Motherwell FC
• Grant Hanley (1991) Norwich City
• Jack Hendry (1995), KV Ostende
• Scott McKenna (1996), Nottingham Forest
• Stephen O’Donnell (1992), Motherwell FC
• Nathan Patterson (2001), Glasgow Rangers
• Andrew Robertson (1994), FC Liverpool
• Kieran Tierney (1997), FC Arsenal
• Greg Taylor (1997), Celtic Glasgow,

Midfield:

• Stuart Armstrong (1992), FC Southampton;
• Callum McGregor (1993), Celtic Glasgow,
• David Turnbull (1999), Celtic Glasgow
• Scott McTominay (1996), Manchester United
• John McGuin (1994), Aston Villa
• John Fleck (1991), Sheffield United
• Billy Gilmour (2001), FC Chelsea

attack:

• Ryan Fraser (1994), Newcastle United
• Ryan Christie (1995), Celtic Glasgow,
• James Forrest (1991), Celtic Glasgow,
• Kevin Nisbet (1997), Hibernian Edinburgh
• Che Adams (1996), FC Southampton
• Lyndon Dykes (1995), Queens Park Rangers

Trainer:

This is Group D. against Scotland

Sources Used:

• Eurosport.de/SID: Scotland celebrates a historic night – now England look forward to the European Championship
• Soccer World Cup Pro: All about Scotland EM Squad
• Kicker.de: “The end of the 23-year wait? Scotland expects Robertson – and shouldn’t think about it”
• Guardian: “‘He has something special’: Steve Clarke gets his reward with Scotland”