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Euro 2020: Billy Gilmour, David Turnbull & Nathan Patterson in Scotland squad Steve Clarke has sprung a surprise by including uncapped trio Billy Gilmour, Nathan Patterson and David Turnbull in Scotland's 26-man squad for Euro 2020. Chelsea's Gilmour, 19, Rangers' Patterson, 19, and Celtic's Turnbull, 21, are all under-21 internationals but have never previously been called-up. Liam Cooper of Leeds United and Greg Taylor of Celtic, plus Hibernian's Kevin Nisbet, are also included. It will be Scotland's first appearance at a major men's tournament since 1998. Clarke's side face Czech Republic (14 June), England (18 June) and Croatia (22 June) in Group D, with the first and third games at Hampden in front of 12,000 spectators. "Well done to the lads that have made the squad and a big thank you to the ones that haven't but have been part of the journey to get here," Clarke told the Scottish FA. "When you've got talent coming through and players injured and three extra places, it's a chance to bring the young boys in. "But I've tried to remain true to the spirit of the squad I've had before, and keep the core and nucleus together." Turnbull scored nine goals in 35 appearances in his debut season at Celtic while Patterson helped Rangers win the Scottish Premiership and reach the last 16 of the Europa League. Gilmour has featured 22 times since breaking into the Chelsea team last season and could play in this month's Champions League final against Manchester City. ReportNisbet has scored 18 times for Hibs this season, including the opener in the 2-0 semi-final victory over Dundee United that set up Saturday's Scottish Cup final meeting with St Johnstone. He will compete with recent debutant Che Adams and Lyndon Dykes for attacking places. The rest of the squad is along familiar lines, with captain Andy Robertson one of three left-backs in a selection that also includes Ryan Fraser, who has not played since scoring for Scotland in two games in March. Experienced campaigners Stuart Armstrong, Ryan Christie, John McGinn and Scott McKenna all make the cut along with the established goalkeeping trio of Craig Gordon, David Marshall and Jon McLaughlin. Scott McTominay is included, too, but came off injured during Manchester United's draw with Fulham on Tuesday. 'Ones that haven't made it should stay fit' Scotland depart for a training camp in Spain on 27 May, and play friendlies against Netherlands and Luxembourg on 2 June and 6 June respectively. Changes to the squad can be made up until the eve of the opening game, in case of injury or Covid issues. Andy Considine, Liam Palmer, Callum Paterson, Leigh Griffiths and Lawrence Shankland miss out after featuring in recent months, while Ryan Jack, Kenny McLean, Oli McBurnie and Oliver Burke are injured. Uncapped Ryan Gauld also misses out, despite a stellar season in the Portuguese top flight with Farense. "The ones that haven't made it, they have to keep themselves in good shape because you never know, things can change - especially at this strange time in the world," Clarke added. "For the ones that have made it, they have to be excited and look forward to the summer and they have to dream. When we get to the first game against Czech Republic, we'll be ready." https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/57171330

That is what she thinks. But the tiger she hopes to ride into the New Jerusalem will most surely consume her.

A nodding FM from down Niger Did smile as she rode on her tiger; They returned from the ride With the lady inside, And the smile on the face of the tiger.

Pratum vincit Plasticum, as they say in the Fintry, ken.

Ignorance and arrogance: a heady and dangerous brew.

Maybe tweet that advice to the Justice Minister, Frankie.

Wouldn't be Scottish, if we were. All the best to you and your bride. Hope you have a great day.

Imagine what gear they would be in post "Independence".....

Agreed. A man among men.

My very best wishes to you both, as you enter that Vale of Tears. (I assume that you are old enough to know what you are doing.)

Some always fell on stony ground (or stoney): the old story (not storey).

A guest on the next edition of "Off the Ball", perhaps?

Goldson. For some reason, this ever so solid, ever present, player seems to have been overlooked by every other poll.

Who is the "Man of the Season", based on the match by match polls?

2 goals, so Roofe.

Do you think that Sturgeon will demand a new vote?

An easy mistake to make. Actually, although this is little known, Kant was a keen savouries man; no lover of the Bourbon Cream, he. In fact he devoted a whole volume to savoury cuisine: A Critique of Practical Seasoning (1788). You're welcome.

In idle moments, with tea, or coffee, I have often reflected on the biscuit, and on which is the better: The Caramel Log, or The Kit Kat Chunky? Despite assiduous research, I have yet to come to a conclusion.

I've been looking at the League Table: a thing of beauty, like nothing I have seen since......well, let's not go into that today. Anyway, here's a thing: Today's opponents, the Sheep, finished in 4th place, a staggering 46 points behind the Champions; this is actually 1 point more than 5th placed St Johnstone totalled for their entire campaign. Furthermore, thanks to our lads' efforts today, the Sheep finished with a goal difference of -2; in 4th place.... But, here is the, em, kicker (and it's a brammer): For every goal our lads conceded, they scored 7. F: 92 A: 13 which is kind of impressive for a professional League.

25 points ahead 30 goals better in goal difference I don 't think that they can see us now.

Girly swots

That would get you his tattoos.