Scotland 'rode their luck' to secure 'fantastic' win - the fans' verdict
We asked for your views on Scotland's 1-0 win over Greece in the Nations League play-off first leg in Athens.
Here's what some of you said:
Billy: A very brave and controlled performance from Scotland. The return leg will be just as difficult, but with the Tartan Army behind them at Hampden on Sunday they have a very good chance of overall victory.
Tom: Scotland are now showing they can consistently compete with the higher ranked teams. Could have had the game sewn up at half-time but also showed they are able to contain good teams. Unfortunately Steve Clarke will only get the recognition he deserves after he has left the Scotland post. He has built a proper team that does not rely on one or two superstars.
Amy: Fantastic! First half we were superb and looked every bit the good international side we've become. Second half was reminiscent of what Clarke built his reputation on at Killie - an impervious shape and willingness to throw their bodies on the line. Greece had the ball but barely threatened Craig Gordon. Time to finish the job on Sunday.
Anon: The team rode their luck second half, with last-ditch defending too close to goal for comfort. Very proud of their heroic heart and battling mentality as always. First half showed character, composure and class in possession.
Robert: Great result but it was back-of-the-sofa watching for a lot of the second half. Could have been two or three ahead in first half.
David: The team was fantastic overall, but sharper finishing is needed to put games to bed. I'd love to see Kieran Tierney in the line-up to shore up the right side, as opponents are clearly targeting that weakness. As for Ryan Porteous, he's simply not at the national level - his reckless tackles nearly earned him another red card. He's a liability we can't afford.
Ray: We do the same every big game, can't hold the ball. Only Billy Gilmour shows for the ball in our half so it ends up at Craig Gordon whose only option is to boot it up the park. Czech Republic at Hampden, Hungary in Euros we did the same.
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