Scotland haven’t received a aggressive match for over a yr, however Sky Sports activities’ Kris Boyd is warning the Tartan Military {that a} change of supervisor shouldn’t be the reply.
Steve Clarke has been criticised after a disappointing Euro 2024 event, with the stress rising after back-to-back defeats within the Nations League.
After conceding a 97th-minute winner in opposition to Poland, Cristiano Rolando struck late for Portugal to inflict extra distress on Scotland.
It’s now only one win in 14 video games for the nationwide aspect, with 33 objectives conceded throughout that point, however Boyd believes there will probably be one other change in fortune.
“It’s easy to say that ‘just get rid of him and we’ll get a new manager in’. Why rip something up?” he mentioned.
“It is simply typical of Scotland followers if you really feel as for those who’ve acquired one thing good, you are on a superb run and also you need to rip it up due to just a few unhealthy outcomes.
“I get that if you’re not successful video games you are going to come beneath stress however you have to bear in mind this group has been to 2 European Championships and acquired us into the highest group within the Nations League.
“There is a lot there to be admired about this group. There might be a time when it’s changing, but not now as I think there’s a really good chance that Scotland could qualify for the World Cup if they continue to do what they’re doing right now.”
Loads of positives for Scotland
Lyndon Dykes missed Euro 2024 by way of harm
Whereas the present run of outcomes is difficult to take for any Scotland fan, Boyd is specializing in what goes proper for Clarke and his squad as they appear to qualify for the World Cup in 2026.
“Result wise it’s a difficult camp for Steve Clarke but I don’t think the performances were that bad.
“While you take a look at the best way Scotland arrange, 4-2-3-1, I believed it gave them extra management in the course of the park. The again 4 weren’t nice defensively however they supplied extra going ahead.
“It will all change again when Kieran Tierney’s fit because you need to find a way to get your best players in the team.
“Lyndon Dykes coming in is a giant increase for Scotland when it comes to you are not simply launching aimless balls ahead. He’ll get his head on it and produce others into play.
“I don’t think any other striker can bring that so I think for Scotland it’s imperative that Lyndon Dykes stays fit.
“He is in first rate form proper now however he could be somebody who you discover not enjoying common soccer and that can have an effect for Scotland.
Scott McTominay headed Scotland right into a shock early lead in opposition to Portugal
“There were some performances that I thought were good. Scott McTominay, 10 goals in 17 internationals is a phenomenal return. I thought the likes of Ryan Christie, John McGinn, Kenny McLean and Billy Gilmour impressed at times and there was good play in there.
“I take a look at Scotland and also you suppose proper now it’d simply be a interval of transition and perhaps get a few children in and see for those who can develop them.
“We’re not going to win the Nations League, we’ll probably get relegated, but the most important thing is we’re ready for the World Cup qualifiers.
“Steve Clarke will know that and he’ll have the boys prepared for that.”
