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I'll sign it. The Israeli government is beyond the pale. Like it or not politics is linked to sport. Not condemning Israel, given the continual atrocities it is committing on a colossal scale, is effectively condoning it (in the context of other bans).

Anyone got a ticket for sale?

and then there's Steve Nichol not putting his foot through it v Uruguay, and Mo Johnstone knocking it over the bar from 6 yards in the dying moments against Brazil. Both would have got us through to the next round in 86 and 90, respectively.

I wasn't aware of his England comments. I saw his mum wanted him to play for Scotland.

If Patterson is out (I don't think that is certain) and Ralston and Johnstone continue to get zero minutes, it might be worth calling up Livramento (provided he's getting minutes). The argument against was that it would disrupt squad harmony, but if there are no credible replacements it should be considered. I'm hopeful we'll still have fully fit Hickey and Patterson at the Euros but it's a worry.

I've no doubt Gauld is good enough to play for Scotland. He's more clinical than Christie and his work rate is just as good. It's a shame for us, as fans, that we've not seen much of him, but he shouldn't have gone to the MLS. Out of sight, out of mind. No chance he goes to the Euros.

The Hughes philosophy.

He's a progressive.

I'm torn between a highly techical coach from the Netherlands or big John Hughes. That's not sarcasm, his sides play good passing football and I think he could get a real camaraderie going in a group of young players that would hopefully be continued as they progress to the full team.

You misunderstand, it's when the term is directed at someone for doing something stupid with no thought to the distress it causes to some people who happen to overhear it being used in that context (e.g. people with an affected family member). I'm not especially having a go at you, lots of people use the term, I just don't like it because of the knock on effect it has on others.

Oh shut up what a load of pish It's a commonly used insult but I hate it. Imagine you had a kid or sibling that had a genetic disease that compromised their mental development and you have to listen to people accusing others of being the equivalent of the symptoms of that disease. People using the R term are effectively saying that your child or sibling is (as they see it) among the most pathetic humans on the planet and therefore use it as a slur. I'm not overthinking it, people who say it are underthinking it.

It shouldn't, horrible word to use. Worse than racism in my opinion.

Dare I say it, Hutchison was normally a midfielder.

I wonder if McTominay has been considered up front. I'm not massively in favour but I don't see the harm in trying. He's got the pace and strength and his youth years as a winger would be helpful. He's not always the most influential in midfield in terms of dictating play but his goals and energy are. These may be transferable skills and a good way to fit Ferguson or McGregor into the team. Probably a bit late now to test for the Euros.

Regarding our recent poor results, honestly, I think this is a good thing. Being long in the tooth, it is fairly clear that Scotland do best when they're feeling the heat and need to roll their sleeves up. I'm thinking Sweden 90, Holland 78 and various other less memorable occasions. When we're angry and under pressure, bring it on. We've got the players to do it, of that I have no doubt.

Yeah, I was trying to find the result. SFA very quiet on it. 2-3 loss. Stark needs to go. This group needs a proper manager. We don’t want a shambles of a set up that sees dual nationals leaving, and we need proper preparation for the first team. Arguably the best of these players most likely skip the u21s.

No goalkeeper saves that. Gilmour should have closed down the shot. Otherwise, a really good performance from the team.

Yeah I agree with that. It might seem crazy, but if Fraser doesn't make the Euros, Bowie could be a good option on the right wing. Big, strong, fairly quick and good feet. I was impressed with his attitude, a real determination and confidence about him. King strolled it, and needs to sort out first team football next season one way or another. Conway looked like a good conventional striker. A bit of fire about him, and he is also quick.

Leon King is very impressive on the right of the three centre backs. So composed and reads the game very well

Now 3-1. We've been not great in this game. Individually alright but collectively a bit too far apart from each other and the odd bad decision on the ball. Also poor use of subs, they're quite clearly blowing out their arses in last 15 minutes. Italy haven't been great either.

2 - 0. Bavidge knew he was about to be subbed so failed to even attempt to close down his man, then they get up and score. Also got a yellow for dissent.

Currently 1 - 0 Italy. Goalkeeping blunder - he's looked dodgey on several prior occasions.

U19 link for those w##iking from home 😂

The u19s play Italy today in an u19 Elite Round qualifier. Wilson, Bavidge and One is a pretty exciting selection of strikers to choose from.

Yip, some people on here seem to think he doesn't belong at that level, but he's invariably the best player on the park in the big games. The stats would probably show he was again today. Vital clearance that led to the winning goal, slide rule assist and the opener, all against a very good side.