Scotland recall Shankland for World Cup qualifiers
Summary
Scotland has called Lawrence Shankland back to the national football team for important World Cup qualifying matches against Greece and Denmark. Shankland, who plays as a striker, joins the team alongside other selected players. Scotland is currently second in their group and needs strong performances to advance.Key Facts
- Lawrence Shankland plays as the captain for Heart of Midlothian and leads the Scottish Premiership in goals this season.
- Shankland last played for Scotland in a match against Poland 12 months ago.
- Other forwards in the Scotland squad include Che Adams, Lyndon Dykes, and George Hirst.
- Scotland will play Greece on November 15 and then face Denmark on November 18.
- The team is second in Group C, having won three matches and drawn one.
- Scotland needs at least a draw against Greece to have a chance at automatically advancing in the World Cup qualifiers.
- Goalkeeper Angus Gunn is injured, and Scott Bain is included in the squad for possible selection.
- The upcoming matches are crucial for Scotland's chances to advance in the qualifiers.
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