Wing Kerr Johnston is set to make his first start for Glasgow Warriors in their match against Scarlets this Saturday evening. At just 21 years old, Johnston has not played since his debut as a substitute nine months ago. This upcoming match presents a significant opportunity for the young player to showcase his skills.
Team Selection and Player Changes
The Glasgow Warriors have made several adjustments to their lineup. Ten players from the squad participated in Scotland’s autumn internationals, leading to some key absences. Notably, Sione Tuipulotu, Kyle Steyn, Scott Cummings, Rory Darge, Jack Dempsey, and Jamie Dobbie will be resting. Additionally, both Zander and Matt Fagerson are also unavailable for this match.
- New Players Starting: Johnston, Smith, and Afshar.
- Captain: Stafford McDowall will lead the team.
- Returning Players: Afshar will make his first start of the season after two previous appearances from the bench.
Current Standings
As the teams prepare for this crucial fixture, Scarlets currently sit at the bottom of the table with four consecutive losses. In contrast, Glasgow Warriors are positioned third, boasting four victories from five games. Their performance this season has been commendable, setting them up for success in the coming weeks.
Coach’s Insights
Glasgow’s head coach, Franco Smith, expressed optimism regarding the upcoming matches. He noted, “We are excited to kick off an important block of fixtures over the next 10 weeks. The whole squad has worked hard over the last couple of weeks to put ourselves in the best possible position, as we know that the way we apply ourselves will be extremely important.”
Glasgow Warriors Lineup
| Starting XV |
|---|
| McKay |
| Rowe |
| Smith |
| McDowall |
| Johnston |
| Lancaster |
| Afshar |
| Bhatti |
| Matthews |
| Schickerling |
| Craig |
| Oguntibeju |
| Brown |
| Fraser |
| Duncan |
Substitutes
- Hiddleston
- McBeth
- Talakai
- Williamson
- Samuel
- Miller
- Horne
- Hastings
As the Glasgow Warriors prepare for their match against Scarlets, all eyes will be on Johnston as he seizes this opportunity to make his mark in the game.
