Ryan Christie and Andy Robertson were replaced by Stuart Armstrong and Scott McKenna as Clarke looked to add fresh legs to a team that had worked tirelessly. Kenny McLean came on for Billy Gilmour in the first Scotland change, the young midfielder having been a key part of Scotland confident display.Īndreas Cornelius had a header off target as Denmark pushed again with 20 minutes to go, and Gordon collected a high ball under pressure after a spell when the Danes had Scotland on the back foot. Seconds later when Kieran Tierney’s effort from just over half-way was tipped over by Schmeichel when it looked to be curling into the top corner. The Tartan Army were on their feet when Adams found himself with space and took the ball wide past the Danish keeper, only to hit the post and then see the flag go up for offside. Soon after Gilmour tested Schmeichel from the edge of the box with a fierce drive. Scotland’s own intent was unchanged, and another couple of corners at the hour mark kept the opposition on their toes. There was a slower pace at the start of the second half after a breakneck opening period but two offside calls against Denmark, one after Craig Gordon had pulled off a smart save, were proof that the visitors had upped their level. A Wass shot that was deflected wide just before half time was the closest they came before the break. The Danes were rocked and continued to be held back despite their efforts to get back on level terms. It’s not just his goal, his performance in the defence was excellent.

“Even just being back in the squad he was delighted and then he gets to play. I used to bump into John in his long two years out the game and he always stayed positive and wanted to get back. “I gave him a wee hug when he came off the pitch and it was quite emotional because as an ex-player and as a manager you understand how difficult it is for players when they are injured. “I’m so happy for John and I think everybody in Scotland is happy for him. The Hearts defender was last in the Scotland squad three years ago before his lengthy spell on the sidelines and was a late call-up to the squad and a surprise starter for the game. Scotland’s opening goal was scored by John Souttar, who has come back from three serious Achilles tendon injuries that could have ended his career. GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – NOVEMBER 15: Scotland Manager Steve Clarke celebrates with John Souttar at full time during a FIFA World Cup Qualifier between Scotland and Denmark at Hampden Park, on November 15, 2021, in Glasgow, Scotland.

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