Celtic factor gives Scots the edge, says Slovak gaffer
Sdriving seat to secure a play-off place. He said: “It looks like that. Whoever manages to win will have everything in his hands. “It will be a meeting that is likely to decide who will play in the play-offs and we will do our best for a successful result.
“My team has great experience and this generation of ours has great quality, which was confirmed with the fact that we got to the World Cup and the European Championship finals.
“This has now been complemented by young players who have increased the competition, the team has matured and is now better.”
Kozak, meanwhile, admits both he and his players will relish playing in front of a packed 52,000 capacity Hampden at the start of next month.
He added: “Scotland is a proud nation. They are huge patriots who give everything on the pitch and I have a great respect for them.
“They are very strong on home soil and they have huge support from their fans, who create a real football environment.
“But most of my players have experienced what we will face in Scotland and will not have a problem with a stormy atmosphere.
“I look forward greatly to this match. I like all the games in this country because people love football there and they can create a great atmosphere for their teams.
“I believe the stadium will be full, and our supporters will support us and help us in this challenging fight with their vocal cords.”