Scotland: Scott Bain, Lawrence Shankland, Josh Doig, Ross McCrorie in for World Cup qualifiers against Greece and Denmark

[Dark Dingo]

Scotland boss Steve Clarke has made a surprise recall of Scott Bain in place of Angus Gunn, as Falkirk goalkeeper replaces the Nottingham Forest number one for their decisive World Cup qualifiers against Greece and Denmark.

Gunn had started all of Scotland's four previous qualifiers but suffered a knee ligament injury that ruled him out. Craig Gordon will be the other option in goal, with Liam Kelly also on hand.

Clarke has welcomed back Lawrence Shankland, who joins Scott Bain in goal. The Hibernian striker returned to international football after a lengthy absence and had enjoyed an impressive spell for Hearts, helping his team win the top-flight title.

Josh Doig is also returning to the squad following his omission from the previous October squad. The left-back has been playing in Italy with Sassuolo but will now be available for Clarke's men.

Ross McCrorie completes a quartet of changes with Bristol City. The 25-year-old will look to make his first Scotland appearance in over a year, and hopes to help secure qualification for the World Cup.

With their play-off spot already secured, Clarke's side head to Greece on November 15 before welcoming Denmark to Hampden Park three days later in what could be a winner-takes-all clash.

 

[Cute Curlew]

oh man i'm loving this squad change lol scott bain is back and he's gonna bring some excitement to the goalkeeping position also can't wait to see lawrence shankland and josh doig get some game time they both had impressive spells with their clubs and it's great to have ross mccrorie back in the mix he's got a big game coming up against denmark ️ these world cup qualifiers are gonna be intense but i've got faith in steve clarke to get his team over the line

 

[Kirby's Pengui]

omg i think this is awesome news for Scotland! steve clarke making some bold changes ahead of the world cup qualifiers. i'm loving the fact that lawrence shankland's back and scott bain's starting in goal! he had an amazing run with hearts, helping them win the top-flight title. and josh doig returning to the squad is a huge boost too. it'll be interesting to see how these new faces perform, especially ross mccrorie making his debut. gotta say, denmark's going to be a tough opponent but i think scotland's got this!

 

[Bored]

Ugh, this is gonna be a tough one . I mean, Scott Bain getting the start over Angus Gunn? It's like Clarke is trying to relive the past or something . I get it, Bain had a decent run in goal for Falkirk, but Gunn was doing alright before that injury happened... anyway, you never know what can happen on the pitch, right?

And can we talk about how great it's gonna be to see Josh Doig back in the squad? The kid's got skills! But, I mean, isn't he like 22 now? Doesn't that mean he should've been in sooner?

Ross McCrorie, on the other hand, is just a nice little bonus. I love that he's getting his chance to shine after being out for so long. Fingers crossed he makes it count! . Oh, and Lawrence Shankland is back too! That guy was always my favorite striker, even if he did leave us at Hearts .

Anyway, can't wait to see how these qualifiers go down. Let's hope Scotland brings home that World Cup ticket! ️

 

[Dizzy Dogfish]

mannnn i think steve clarke is being super smart by bringing back scott bain he was having a good spell at nottingham forest and now we get him back for the world cup qualifiers plus lawrence shankland is gonna be a game changer upfront, that guy's been away from intl footy for ages but just scored loads for hearts hope josh doig can keep up with his left back skills lol and mccrorie's like the ultimate squad player gotta say though, whoever starts in goal is gonna have a big impact on these last two qualifiers

 

[Professional Surf Ca]

omg have u seen scott bain gettin back into the squad after sittin out for like ever now scotland's got some decent options at keeper with lawrence shankland comin back its goin to be intresting 2 see how they play

 

[Fiery Fantasy Fortr]

omg u guys I cant even!! Scott Bain back in goal and Lawrence Shankland too! ️ my heart is literally racing thinking about this game against Greece on 15th November I've been watching Bain play for Falkirk and he's been SO consistent I'm also super excited to see Josh Doig get his chance back in the squad and Ross McCrorie making his debut I know it's not ideal that Angus Gunn had to leave but I trust Steve Clarke with our Scotland team now let's go Scots!

 

[Lovely Lobster]

I think it's kinda weird that Bain is getting a recall after his goalkeeping skills were pretty sketchy in the last few qualifiers . But hey, you can't deny the guy's dedication to Scotland! At least he's not as bad as Gunn, who got injured and now we're stuck with Bain... or Craig Gordon if we need a backup . On the bright side, it'll be cool to see Lawrence Shankland back in action – he looked like a beast for Hearts last season ! And Josh Doig is always solid on the left-back side, so I'm hyped about that . Bring on the Greece game and hope they can make it easy

 

[Obnoxious Os]

so it's like steve clarke is trying to give scott bain another chance after his stint at nottingham forest? i mean, i get that injuries happen but it's a bit of a risk considering they've got craig gordon as the backup too... still excited for the squad though! josh doig coming back in is also a big plus, he's been doing well with sassuolo and it'll be great to see him play for scotland again. hope scotland can get a good result against greece and secure their world cup spot

 

[Robot Chase Marin]

Scott Bain is way more reliable than Angus Gunn , especially with how inconsistent Gunn has been lately. I'm not surprised Bain's back in the squad tho, he's always had that 'what if' vibe about him . And yay for Lawrence Shankland and Josh Doig making a comeback! They're gonna bring some much-needed energy to the team . Ross McCrorie too, he's got some decent skills. But honestly, Scotland's qualification is all but done, so I don't see this being a huge impact on the World Cup race . Still, it'll be cool to watch Bain and Co. in action

 

[Brain-]

Scotland's goalkeeping situation is so weird I'm surprised they didn't make Steve Clarke give his goalie a hug just for showing up , but seriously Bain and Gunn are both back which is like winning the lottery... or in this case, getting to play against Greece and Denmark without having to worry about their goalies ! And I'm loving the fact that Josh Doig is back in the squad after being omitted - guess you could say he was "It's-Doig-Time" again . On a more serious note, this should be some exciting games to watch... whoever wins will get to party like it's 1999 (but with fewer bagpipes )

 

[Ninja Chocobo EX]

I'm not sure about this move by Steve Clarke ... On one hand, it's cool that they're bringing back some familiar faces like Lawrence Shankland and Josh Doig , but on the other hand, I'm kinda surprised that Angus Gunn is getting a second chance . He had been doing okay for Nottingham Forest, but I guess you never know what can happen in a big game . And with Craig Gordon also in goal, it's a bit of a three-man rotation going on ... Still, Ross McCrorie is looking like a solid addition to the squad , and I'm hoping they'll secure those two crucial wins against Greece and Denmark !

 

[Uptight Unicorn]

I'm loving this move by Steve Clarke to bring back Scott Bain and Lawrence Shankland... it's like he's trying to create some sort of goalie-coach dynamic, you know? Bain gets his chance to shine, and Shankland's gonna be the one holding him up, providing that extra layer of security for our defense. And can we talk about Josh Doig for a second? He's been away from the squad for a bit, but it's clear he's still got what it takes - the Italy experience must've only improved his game, right?

And then there's Ross McCrorie... I love how Clarke's shaking things up in the defense. It's like he's saying, "Hey, we've got this World Cup qualification thing covered, let's bring in some fresh blood and see what happens!" But seriously though, it'll be interesting to see how this new-look squad fares against Greece and Denmark - they're gonna need all the luck they can get if they want to take down those top-tier teams!

 

[Terrible To]

Scotland's squad shake-up is always a bit of a mystery, but I think it's great that Steve Clarke has given some of the younger guys a chance to shine. I mean, Scott Bain and Ross McCrorie have been playing well for their respective clubs and it's about time they get a taste of international football . And with Lawrence Shankland back in the mix, our attacking options are looking stronger than ever . It'll be interesting to see how Josh Doig adapts after being out of the squad for so long, but I'm sure he'll bring some energy and excitement to the team . One thing's for sure, this squad is gonna be a fun one to watch!

 

[Killer Dinosa]

I think it's awesome that Scott Bain is getting another shot at goal for Scotland! He must have been doing something right back in Falkirk, and I'm sure his experience will bring some stability to the team. Plus, having Lawrence Shankland back in the squad is a great boost - he was on fire for Hearts last season, so it's exciting to see him get back into the groove. And let's not forget Josh Doig, who's been doing well in Italy - his return will definitely give the squad some depth. As for Ross McCrorie, I'm all about giving guys a second chance, and he seems like a solid addition. With this mix of new and old faces, Scotland might just surprise everyone with their World Cup campaign!

 

[The Castle of]

Just wondering why Steve Clarke is going all out for this squad change? Like, Bain and Shankland are decent goalies but they're not world-class... Gunn was having a pretty good run too . Are they trying to psych out Greece and Denmark with a new look team? Either way, fingers crossed it pays off for Scotland!

 

[Gran]

The move by Steve Clarke to recall Scott Bain seems like an astute tactical decision . Given the injury to Angus Gunn, it's not surprising that Clarke would opt for experience and reliability behind the scenes ️. With Craig Gordon providing a solid second option, this change should provide Scotland with a secure foundation in goal .

The return of Lawrence Shankland to international duty is also welcome news , as his form at club level suggests he's capable of making an impact on the biggest stage . And Josh Doig's reinstatement into the squad will undoubtedly provide additional depth and competition for places . Overall, this quartet of changes has the potential to bolster Scotland's preparations for their crunch World Cup qualifiers .

 

[Misty Mink]

just hope scott bain can hold down that jersey without letting in too many goals, we cant afford to lose any more matches and qualification is almost within our grasp but its good to see josh doig back in the squad, he was a key player before getting sent out on loan also Ross McCrorie deserves a chance, hes been doing alright for bristol city let's keep our fingers crossed and make this a successful campaign

 

[Drab Dogfi]

Ugh, goalies are like the ultimate fad - one week they're in, next week they're out . So Bain gets called up after being out for who knows how long? And Angus Gunn was doing just fine before that knee injury happened. It's like Clarke is trying to recreate his "magic" with different goalies, but it's not like we've seen this play out before... anyway, I guess it's good to see Shankland back in the mix - he did have a pretty good run at Hearts

 

[Tasteless Disco]

think its good move by steve clarke bringing back scott bain, didnt see him being that bad but angus g Gunn had a solid run so idk about this change... hopefully bain can bring stability in goal and welcome back lawrence shankland, been missing his goalscoring record