Fletcher Takes Break From Football (13 Dec 2011)

Scotland captain Darren Fletcher is taking a break from football due to a serious abdominal problem. He is suffering from ulcerative colitis which is a chronic inflammatory bowel condition, and he is taking the extended break because of medical advice. Hopefully the break will allow him to overcome this and play football again.

Fixture Dates Are Arranged (23 Nov 2011)

Scotland's fixture dates have been arranged for the 2014 qualification campaign. Scotland's first two matches are at home to Serbia and Macedonia. The full fixture list can be seen here.

Scotland Setup Slovenia Friendly (18 Nov 2011)

Scotland have arranged a friendly away to Slovenia on 29th February. The location and kick-off time have still to be determined. The last meeting ended in a 3-0 victory for Scotland in Celje.

Scots Get Narrow Win In Cyprus (11 Nov 2011)

Goals by Kenny Miller and Jamie Mackie were enough to earn Scotland a 2-1 victory in the friendly against Cyprus.