“Scotland know how to qualify, let’s do it again” – Clarke

Clarke has been in charge since May 2019 and has led Scotland to two successive European Championship finals.

“The players have shown that they know how to qualify for tournaments, so let’s qualify for another tournament,” the 62-year-old coach said.

“At first I said we did not have enough experience, we did not have enough international matches in the team. Now we have enough international matches and experience, and we hope that this experience will be vital, in alliance with the talent in the group.”

On the eve of this huge match, Clarke said he was “feeling fine, very calm”, and added: “I always trust my players.

“The players seem to be in good spirits. Everyone is in a good place.”

Napoli midfielder Gilmour was hoping to recover from a thigh problem after missing the loss in Greece, but he did not succeed.

“Everyone is ready and ready to go,” Clark confirmed.

Scotland opened this campaign with a goalless draw in Copenhagen, while winning their last three matches at home against Denmark.

There hasn’t always been a positive atmosphere at Hampden in their previous two home games. Booing was raised between the two halves of the match that ended with a 3-1 victory over Greece last October, while some booed after the 2-1 victory over Belarus.

“We need the fans with us,” Clark added. “Maybe we need them more in difficult moments. If we all work together, we can make it a great night for the country.”