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Lyndon Dykes

Lyndon Dykes says he been determined to be a striker Scotland "want and need" from his very first camp. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

How Lyndon Dykes remains intent on stealing John McGinn's Scotland crown

Scott McTominay may be the only voluntary change Scotland manager Steve Clarke considers for Spain's visit. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Scott McTominay may be the only voluntary change Scotland manager Steve Clarke considers for Spain's visit. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Scotland team to play Spain: Two changes likely but no major surgery

Lyndon Dykes impressed for Scotland after coming on against Cyprus.
Lyndon Dykes impressed for Scotland after coming on against Cyprus.

Dykes set to lead line against Spain as McGinn tipped to join elite club

Hearts striker Lawrence Shankland has been called into the Scotland squad.
Hearts striker Lawrence Shankland has been called into the Scotland squad.

Shankland makes Scotland squad return as two players drop out for Spain clash

Steve Clarke celebrates during Scotland's 3-0 win over Cyprus.
Steve Clarke celebrates during Scotland's 3-0 win over Cyprus.

Clarke hails 'very pleasing' Scotland win but concerns arise over Adams injury

Scotland's Ryan Christie (R) and Cyprus' Valentin Roberge during a UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier between Scotland and Cyprus at Hampden Park, on March 25, 2023, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland's Ryan Christie (R) and Cyprus' Valentin Roberge during a UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier between Scotland and Cyprus at Hampden Park, on March 25, 2023, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Lethargic Hampden tells a story but Scotland victory is ultimately job well done

Dykes has played QPR's past three matches under new manager Gareth Ainsworth.
Dykes has played QPR's past three matches under new manager Gareth Ainsworth.

Dykes: I was in critical care in hospital fighting pneumonia

Scotland's Oliver Burke celebrates his late goal against Cyprus back in June 2019.
Scotland's Oliver Burke celebrates his late goal against Cyprus back in June 2019.

Scotland's evolution under Steve Clarke summed by contrasting Cyprus crowds

Bryan Gunn in action for Scotland against Egypt in 1990.
Bryan Gunn in action for Scotland against Egypt in 1990.

Clarke's Scotland squad: Dual nationality, Celtic captain, being competitive

Steve Clarke has named his Scotland squad for the Euro 2024 qualifers against Cyprus and Spain.  (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Steve Clarke has named his Scotland squad for the Euro 2024 qualifers against Cyprus and Spain.  (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Scotland squad: Key Celtic, Rangers, Hearts and Hibs stars left out

Kieran Tierney has been on the bench in the main for Arsenal and could leave in the summer.
Kieran Tierney has been on the bench in the main for Arsenal and could leave in the summer.

Why months of struggles for so many Scotland players could temper belief

Sunderland and Scotland striker Ross Stewart suffered a serious injury against Fulham.
Sunderland and Scotland striker Ross Stewart suffered a serious injury against Fulham.

Concern over two strikers after Achilles rupture and hospital admission

Dykes has played more than 100 games for QPR. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)
Dykes has played more than 100 games for QPR. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Lyndon Dykes journey: Gazza, EPL, ex-Livi star wanting to 'smash him'

Steve Clarke has picked his team for Scotland's crucial match against Ukraine.
Steve Clarke has picked his team for Scotland's crucial match against Ukraine.

Clarke names Scotland team to play Ukraine

Scotland's Lyndon Dykes (left) and Che Adams are vying for the same spot in attack.
Scotland's Lyndon Dykes (left) and Che Adams are vying for the same spot in attack.

Adams: I welcome the challenge from fellow striker Dykes

Aaron Hickey trains with Scotland ahead of the trip to Poland to face Ukraine. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Aaron Hickey trains with Scotland ahead of the trip to Poland to face Ukraine. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Aaron Hickey Scotland fitness update as Clarke addresses selection concerns

Scotland's Lyndon Dykes (left) and Che Adams failed to train with the squad ahead of the trip to Poland to face Ukraine. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland's Lyndon Dykes (left) and Che Adams failed to train with the squad ahead of the trip to Poland to face Ukraine. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Scotland strikers fall ill ahead of Ukraine match as selection issues mount

Scotland captain John McGinn won his 50th cap for his country.
Scotland captain John McGinn won his 50th cap for his country.

How the Scotland players rated against Republic of Ireland

Celtic's Greg Taylor would be an excellent deputy for a Kieran Tierney still working his way back to full fitness when Scotland face the Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Celtic's Greg Taylor would be an excellent deputy for a Kieran Tierney still working his way back to full fitness when Scotland face the Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Scotland possible XI for Republic: Role for Celtic man to protect Tierney

Scotland were very impressive in their 3-0 win over Ukraine.  (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Scotland were very impressive in their 3-0 win over Ukraine.  (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

5 key Scotland positives from Ukraine win - and one nagging 'what if?'

Scotland's Lyndon Dykes celebrates with Ryan Fraser after scoring to make it 2-0 during their UEFA Nations League match against Ukraine at Hampden Park. Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Scotland's Lyndon Dykes celebrates with Ryan Fraser after scoring to make it 2-0 during their UEFA Nations League match against Ukraine at Hampden Park. Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

'I'm p****d off' - Dykes says he had a point to prove to Scotland boss

Scotland's Lyndon Dykes celebrates after scoring to make it 3-0 over Ukraine at Hampden.  (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Scotland's Lyndon Dykes celebrates after scoring to make it 3-0 over Ukraine at Hampden.  (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Scotland player ratings: A night when even the subs scored top marks

Jacob Brown, right, is vying for a place up front in the Scotland set-up.
Jacob Brown, right, is vying for a place up front in the Scotland set-up.

Clarke keeps faith in Adams and explains pep talk

Scotland manager Steve Clarke is preparing his team for Wednesday's match against Armenia.
Scotland manager Steve Clarke is preparing his team for Wednesday's match against Armenia.

Clarke's visit of his elderly father puts Scotland travails into perspective

Lyndon Dykes has withdrawn from the Scotland squad after being replaced at half-time during the defeat to Ukraine. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Lyndon Dykes has withdrawn from the Scotland squad after being replaced at half-time during the defeat to Ukraine. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Lyndon Dykes withdraws from Scotland squad with further call-offs possible

Scotland boss Steve Clarke saw the World Cup dream end at Hampden. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Scotland boss Steve Clarke saw the World Cup dream end at Hampden. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Levein: 'Genuinely for the first time this was an error'

Steve Clarke has named his starting XI
Steve Clarke has named his starting XI

Scotland v Ukraine: Steve Clarke's team CONFIRMED

Che Adams has enhanced Steve Clarke's attacking options since pledging his allegiance to Scotland.
Che Adams has enhanced Steve Clarke's attacking options since pledging his allegiance to Scotland.

Clarke on the ‘signings’ making his Scots better as World Cup hoves into view

The Scotland team ahead of the match against Vienna.
The Scotland team ahead of the match against Vienna.

How the Scotland players rated against Austria

Scotland head coach Steve Clarke will have Lyndon Dykes available for selection against Austria. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Scotland head coach Steve Clarke will have Lyndon Dykes available for selection against Austria. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Lyndon Dykes could return for Scotland as Steve Clarke plans to rotate

Aaron Hickey trains with Scotland on Tuesday but he is a doubt for the Poland fixture due to feeling unwell. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Aaron Hickey trains with Scotland on Tuesday but he is a doubt for the Poland fixture due to feeling unwell. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Aaron Hickey a doubt for Scotland as Steve Clarke makes admission on captaincy

Scotland captain Andy Robertson has Covid-19 meaning the Liverpool left-back is likely to miss the friendly against Poland on Thursday. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Scotland captain Andy Robertson has Covid-19 meaning the Liverpool left-back is likely to miss the friendly against Poland on Thursday. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Andy Robertson absent from Scotland training after contracting Covid-19

Craig Halkett has been called up by Scotland. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Craig Halkett has been called up by Scotland. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Craig Halkett, Zander Clark & Ross Stewart earn Scotland call-up

Scotland's manager Steve Clarke gives instructions to substitute Ryan Fraser during Scotland v Czech Republic at Euro 2020. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland's manager Steve Clarke gives instructions to substitute Ryan Fraser during Scotland v Czech Republic at Euro 2020. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Clarke warns winger 'has work cut out' returning to Scotland plans

Steve Clarke wants Fifa, Uefa and the 12 nations in the World Cup play-offs to agree to scrap suspensions for two bookings in qualifying. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Steve Clarke wants Fifa, Uefa and the 12 nations in the World Cup play-offs to agree to scrap suspensions for two bookings in qualifying. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Clarke calls for suspension summit as Scotland walk tightrope in Denmark clash

Lyndon Dykes has emerged as a doubt for Scotland's match against Denmark tomorrow. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Lyndon Dykes has emerged as a doubt for Scotland's match against Denmark tomorrow. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Dykes a doubt for Scotland's final group match against Denmark

Celtic's Anthony Ralston during the cinch Premiership match between Dundee and Celtic at the Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Celtic's Anthony Ralston during the cinch Premiership match between Dundee and Celtic at the Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Scotland call for Celtic defender Ralston

Scotland face Moldova in Chisinau two months after a 1-0 win at Hampden (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Scotland face Moldova in Chisinau two months after a 1-0 win at Hampden (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

What channel is Moldova v Scotland?

Aaron Pressley is on loan at AFC Wimbledon. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)
Aaron Pressley is on loan at AFC Wimbledon. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

Aaron Pressley on bullying his dad, Neil MacFarlane role and 'strange' call-up

Head Coach Steve Clarke during Scotland National team's trainig session at La Finca Resort, on November 11, 2021, in La Finca, Spain. (Photo by Jose Breton / SNS Group)
Head Coach Steve Clarke during Scotland National team's trainig session at La Finca Resort, on November 11, 2021, in La Finca, Spain. (Photo by Jose Breton / SNS Group)

Why Steve Clarke talked Lyndon Dykes out of Scotland away trip

Scotland Manager Steve Clarke. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland Manager Steve Clarke. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Scotland boss Clarke has 'plenty of options' without Dykes

Jacob Brown of Stoke City celebrates scoring during the Sky Bet Championship match against Cardiff.
Jacob Brown of Stoke City celebrates scoring during the Sky Bet Championship match against Cardiff.

Ex-Hibs striker gives glowing recommendation of Scotland's new striker recruit

Sporting Kansas City's Johnny Russell, front, and Khiry Shelton celebrate Russell's goal against Vancouver Whitecaps on October 17. Photo by Canadian Press/Shutterstock (12542726i)
Sporting Kansas City's Johnny Russell, front, and Khiry Shelton celebrate Russell's goal against Vancouver Whitecaps on October 17. Photo by Canadian Press/Shutterstock (12542726i)

Johnny Russell: Why MLS record setter should return to Scotland squad

Lyndon Dykes is a totemic figure for Scotland. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Lyndon Dykes is a totemic figure for Scotland. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Why Lyndon Dykes is Scotland's difference maker

How the Scotland players rated against Faroe Islands. (Photo by JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images)
How the Scotland players rated against Faroe Islands. (Photo by JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images)

How the Scotland players rated in nervy 1-0 win over Faroe Islands

Scotland manager Steve Clarke applauds the fans after the late 1-0 win against the Faroe Isles   (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland manager Steve Clarke applauds the fans after the late 1-0 win against the Faroe Isles   (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Steve Clarke: ‘Don’t call us lucky – we worked hard to get in this position’

Scotland fans had a nervy night in Torshavn. (Photo by JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images)
Scotland fans had a nervy night in Torshavn. (Photo by JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images)

Scotland fans react to win over Faroe Islands

Scotland's forward Lyndon Dykes is mobbed by team-mates after scoring the winning goal.
Scotland's forward Lyndon Dykes is mobbed by team-mates after scoring the winning goal.

Scotland will always take complicated route - what a tortuous night in Torshavn

Scotland take the acclaim of the fans at full time in Torshavn.
Scotland take the acclaim of the fans at full time in Torshavn.

Robertson: We had to dig so deep in Torshavn

Steve Clarke embraces Lyndon Dykes at full-time after the 3-2 win over Israel at Hampden (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Steve Clarke embraces Lyndon Dykes at full-time after the 3-2 win over Israel at Hampden (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Clarke reveals whether Dykes will take Scotland’s next penalty after Israel miss

Scotland's players stand during the national anthem ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group F qualification football match between Scotland and Israel at Hampden Park in Glasgow on october 9, 2021. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)
Scotland's players stand during the national anthem ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group F qualification football match between Scotland and Israel at Hampden Park in Glasgow on october 9, 2021. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

How Scotland rated in dramatic 3-2 win against Israel

Scotland’s Scott McTominay scores an injury-time winner over Israel at Hampden (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)
Scotland’s Scott McTominay scores an injury-time winner over Israel at Hampden (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

Oh, Scotland! How Fergie-time delivered a compelling, heart-stopping Hampden win

Scott McTominay celebrates. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Scott McTominay celebrates. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Scotland hero Scott McTominay gifts goal to grandad after crucial World Cup qual...

John Carver during Scotland National Team Training at the Oriam, on October 06 , 2021, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
John Carver during Scotland National Team Training at the Oriam, on October 06 , 2021, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Carver: Scotland set standard with win over Austria

Scotland have four World Cup qualifiers in Group F remaining.
Scotland have four World Cup qualifiers in Group F remaining.

What next for Scotland? What do they need to make World Cup?

The Scotland squad stand for the national anthem prior to the clash in Vienna. Picture: SNS
The Scotland squad stand for the national anthem prior to the clash in Vienna. Picture: SNS

How Scotland players rated in excellent win over Austria

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