The Nations League matches with Croatia and Poland could determined Scotland's World Cup hopes. Here's why...
Listen live on BBC Sounds and BBC Radio Scotland and follow live updates on the BBC Sport website & appThere was always a match to prepare for, but Brown was studious when it came to the mid-to-long term prospects of the national team.
There followed punishing defeats by England, France and the Netherlands, with competitive losses to Spain and the Euro 2024 humbling at the hands of the hosts on the opening night in Munich. His side lost 3-2 to Poland despite roaring back from 2-0 down at half-time. Since then, despite some strong showings, they remain winless with the visit of Croatia and a trip to Poland to go.
That is because world rankings will only be used to determine the World Cup qualification pots for sides who finish outside the top two of Nations League A.
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