Sebastien Pocognoli will announce his first Scotland squad on Tuesday as the new head coach starts his job. The Belgian is likely to select uncapped players Luke Graham and Robbie Ure for the upcoming World Cup qualifier away to Slovenia.
Pocognoli succeeds Steve Clarke, whose time in charge ended with Scotland reaching the men's World Cup. The new manager takes over a team that is third in their World Cup qualifying group with three points from three matches, after losing their last two games. He said he is "confident" some of his players will be in the squad.
Luke Graham, who moved from Dundee after taking part in a pre-tournament training camp, is set for a first senior call-up. The defender was a substitute for a friendly in May. Forward Robbie Ure is also in contention for a debut after good performances for his club.
The goalkeeping situation is uncertain after Craig Gordon retired. Angus Gunn, who played at the World Cup, has moved to San Jose Earthquakes. He let in many goals in league play but made some good saves in a recent victory. Scott Bain, who has been capped, has begun well with Falkirk, making notable saves. His club manager recently suggested he could start for Scotland soon.
Liam Kelly has not played since the summer, while young goalkeeper Liam McFarlane, who trained with the World Cup squad, has let in very few goals while on loan.
Injuries and performance raise issues in central defence. Grant Hanley went off injured in a recent loss. John Souttar has not been in the squad for Rangers this season. This might create a chance for Luis Binks, the Brondby captain who played for Scotland youth teams before representing England at youth level. Stephen Welsh did well on loan last season and has settled at his new club.
At full-back, young player Colby Donovan has been playing for Celtic but faces strong competition from other players. Josh Doig is still a possible choice.
Scotland's recent results include three wins and two losses from their last five games, with the next match an important away game in Slovenia. Fans can view the upcoming schedule on our fixtures page and see the squad via our squad list. The team will aim to recover from back-to-back defeats and reduce the points difference to the group leaders.
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Sebastien Pocognoli named a 28-man squad on Tuesday, including seven uncapped players and recalling Oli McBurnie after five years out. The manager's selection has lowered the squad's average age from 29 to 26, with 14 players who did not go to the World Cup. Pocognoli said the squad "rewards form rather than loyalty cards." Scotland, third in their World Cup qualifying group with three points from three games, next play away to Slovenia on September 26.
Sebastien Pocognoli confirmed he personally called all 28 players selected for his first Scotland squad. The manager stated he will not try to persuade players to represent Scotland if they are not fully committed. He said, "I don't need to convince players to represent their country." Scotland, who are third in their World Cup qualifying group with three points, next play away to Slovenia on September 26.
