McGREGOR AIMING FOR SCOTS BREAK

CALLUM McGregor believes his Scotland experience was “massive” for his development despite still awaiting his first cap and he knows tomorrow’s Hampden trip could be another big step in his career.

The Celtic midfielder earned his second call-up — after a three-year gap — when he was a late addition to the squad for October’s World Cup double header against Slovakia and Slovenia.

The 24-year-old did not feature as Scotland fell just short of making the playoffs but he is determined perform for Celtic and keep himself in contention.

“It was massive,” said McGregor ahead of the Betfred Cup semi-final against Hibernian.

“Obviously you want to be at the top international level as a player.

“You want to learn all the time and take things from other people’s game into your game.

“Just being there and taking in that experience is going to make you a better player.

“My main priority is to do well for Celtic and you certainly want to play in these big games and do well. It’s just taking it step by step and hopefully getting there.”

McGregor had gone into the international break on form having scored twice in the 2-2 draw against Hibs that maintained Celtic’s unbeaten domestic record under Brendan Rodgers, which now stands at 59 matches.