
STEVE Clarke has launched a robust defence of his team selection, tactics and formation in the Qatar 2022 play-off semi-final against Ukraine at Hampden on Wednesday night as he looked ahead to the Nations League matches against Armenia and the Republic of Ireland this week.
Clarke has been criticised by many members of the Tartan Army for persevering with a three man defence in the Path A match despite Kieran Tierney – who normally plays as a left-sided centre half inside Andy Robertson – being unavailable.