Scotland’s national football team has officially announced a reshuffle in their squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifier against Belarus. The team will proceed without Aaron Hickey due to injury.
New Additions to the Squad
In light of Hickey’s withdrawal, the coaching staff has called up two players: Josh Mulligan and Connor Barron. This marks the first senior call-up for 22-year-old Mulligan.
Player Profiles
- Josh Mulligan: A promising talent, Mulligan has been making waves in the Scottish Premiership since his transfer from Dundee to Hibernian this summer.
- Connor Barron: A 23-year-old midfielder, Barron has already earned one cap for the national team. He debuted in the June friendly victory over Liechtenstein.
Both players will replace Lewis Ferguson and Ryan Christie, who are unavailable for the Group C match against Belarus due to suspensions. Ferguson plays for Bologna, while Christie represents Bournemouth.
Match Context
The Scottish team heads into the qualifier following a commendable 3-1 victory over Greece at Hampden Park. However, they will need to adjust their strategy without the suspended players. The upcoming match against Belarus is crucial for Scotland as they aim to secure their position in the tournament.
As they prepare for this important encounter, the addition of Mulligan and Barron reflects the team’s commitment to utilizing emerging talents in pursuit of success.
