Kieron Bowie earns first Scotland call-up! Full Steve Clarke Press Conference

Steve Clarke press conference to announce his Scotland squad for the upcoming friendlies against Iceland and Liechtenstein. Keiron Bowie earns his first Scotland call up.

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Steve Clarke Names Scotland Squad | Kieron Bowie Called Up, Goalkeeper Concerns & Squad Evolution

Scotland manager Steve Clarke speaks to the press ahead of the national team’s summer fixtures, revealing his thoughts behind the squad selection and offering insight into the national setup’s direction.

🔑 Key topics covered:

✅ Kieron Bowie earns first senior call-up after a strong season – what Clarke sees in him
🧤 Goalkeeping injury crisis – Angus Gunn returns, but long-term concerns remain
🧠 Scott McTominay, Billy Gilmour & Lewis Ferguson praised for title-chasing seasons in Serie A
🌍 Impact of players moving abroad and what international exposure brings to Scotland’s squad
🔁 Clarke explains the need to expand the player pool with fresh young talent
🔄 Dual formations (back four/back five) and tactical flexibility ahead of World Cup qualifiers
❌ Why Simon Murray missed out this time despite his standout season
🧠 Clarke’s big-picture plan for a competitive, sustainable Scotland squad

From tactical plans to team spirit and succession planning, Clarke discusses every angle in a must-watch presser for Scotland fans and football followers.

Steve Clarke Press Conference Highlights:

00:00 – Kieron Bowie earns first call-up
Clarke outlines why Bowie’s physicality and performances at U21 level earned him a place in the senior squad.

00:47 – Angus Gunn returns amid goalkeeper injury crisis
With Craig Gordon and Liam Kelly injured, Clarke says Gunn’s return is crucial – but admits the position is a long-term concern.
Young keepers like Robbie McCrorie and Kieran Slicker aren’t playing enough – Clarke urges Scottish clubs to develop more starters.

02:00 – Praise for Gilmour, McTominay, and Ferguson
Clarke hails the trio’s club form in Serie A and Europe and hopes they enter the Scotland camp on a high.

02:39 – Josh Doig returns to the fold
After a strong season and promotion back to Serie A, Clarke welcomes back the defender as a backup to Robertson and Tierney.

03:11 – The NExt Generation of Scotland Players
The manager reiterates that his job includes preparing the next generation, exposing younger players to elite-level training.

05:00 – Lewis Ferguson’s rise after injury
Clarke calls Ferguson a “warrior” and credits his growth in Italy. He’s now a key part of the midfield.

06:33 – Why international friendlies still matter
Clarke admits his tactical setup is “pretty set,” but friendlies offer rare moments to test shape and personnel.

07:00 – Steve Clarke’s tactics
Clarke says he might alternate systems across the two friendlies to fine-tune Scotland’s approach ahead of autumn qualifiers.

07:34 – Was Simon Murray close to a call-up?
Clarke praises Murray’s standout season at Dundee but opted to focus on younger players this time around.

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