Key questions as Pocognoli names Scotland squad

What the report says

BBC Sport Football reports that Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli will name his second squad on Tuesday as he weighs up several selection issues ahead of the final two UEFA Nations League matches. Scotland need at least four points from home games against North Macedonia and away to Switzerland to have any realistic chance of finishing second in League B1 and reaching the promotion play-offs. There is also a risk of relegation to League C if results go badly.

The article says the squad debate is shaped by returning, injured and out-of-favour players across several positions. Scott McTominay is expected to come back into contention after returning to form with Napoli, while Billy Gilmour, Lewis Ferguson, Ryan Christie and John McGinn are all in the mix for midfield places. In defence, Scott McKenna is ruled out for now, while Kieran Tierney has returned to regular club action and Andy Robertson remains a likely option on the left. Right-back is described as a particular concern because regular starters are limited.

In goal, Scott Bain’s recent performances for Falkirk have strengthened his case, especially as Angus Gunn has faced criticism and was left on the bench for San Jose Earthquakes. Up front, Che Adams looks set for a recall after scoring for Torino, while Oli McBurnie, Kieron Bowie and others are also being assessed. BBC Sport’s wider point is that the squad may largely choose itself, but the starting line-up still presents Pocognoli with difficult decisions.