Scotland have kept their hopes of promotion alive after thrashing Albania 4-0. Two first half goals and a red card for Albania put Scotland firmly ahead in Shkoder, Northern Albania. Then two Forrest goals in the second half sealed the victory.

Scotland started the game aggressively swarming Albania’s backline, allowing Christie to win possession and set up Ryan Fraser. A headbutt from Mavraj the Albania captain led to a straight red card. Fletcher scored his first goal since 2016.  Forrest showed off his pace and skill with two superb individual goals in his only two shots.

The Scots are now joint top of Nations League Group C1 and will play Israel at Hampden Park on Tuesday. The winner will top the group and secure a playoff spot, McLeish will face a tough test after losing in the reverse fixture last month.