TARTAN ARMY HOTLINE SPECIAL
MOVE over Andy Robertson, Andy Williams is the inspiration for Scotland supporters as they reflect on victory over Slovakia.
It’s a case of “To Dream The Impossible Dream” as Gordon Strachan’s squad close in on a play-off spot and maybe – just maybe – a place at next summer’s World Cup finals in Russia.
However, Scots being Scots, it’s not enough to merely consider a fortnight on the vodka in Vladivostok – we’re only on course to win the darn thing according to a couple of our more excitable callers.
Tim Gibbens emailed: “Forty years after Ally MacLeod first predicted it, surely we can’t now go on and actually win the World Cup, can we?” said: “Three clean sheets in a row and six games unbeaten? I’m beginning to think our name might actually be on the trophy.” Meanwhile, back on planet earth,
said: “It was a good all-round performance from Scotland.
“We relied on a bit of fortune at the goal but your luck comes with the pressure inflicted on the opposition. I can’t see why we can’t go all the way to Russia on this showing.”
said: “I’d love to see Scotland back in the World Cup finals. Hopefully we can make it and give us something to shout about all over again.”
said: “I’ve got no fingernails left. I don’t think I’ve ever suffered such a stressful second half watching the national team. However, the victory was never in doubt, honestly.”
Typically, in true fashion, and to quote Andy again, “You’re just too good to be true.” said: “So we might get to the World Cup finals via the back door? Scotland are crap, absolutely rubbish and we’d be lucky to get through a play-off.
“You couldn’t even pay me to go to Russia. I’m 61 and have been to two World Cups but I’d prefer Scotland didn’t make it to this one for the sake of the fans.
“The Russian supporters are simply well-trained hooligans who will be looking to beat up anyone from Britain.”
Even when it’s a glory night for Scotland, Old Firm fans still bring it back to their own clubs.
said: “My daughter looked at Twitter at half-time and Barry Bannan was getting pelters. Why? He was our best player and I’m glad Gordon Strachan stood by him. I’m a Celtic fan and can only assume it was my fellow club fans unhappy he was chosen ahead of Callum McGregor.”
said: “Is it any wonder a lot of Rangers fans couldn’t give a hoot about Scotland?
“Three Slovakian subs came on within minutes of each other and the only one booed was Vladmir Weiss, who played at Ibrox for one season.
“Perhaps a spokesman for the Tartan Army might try and explain it.”
Light Blues fan called from Tenerife to say: “I’m glad I still have at least one team to cheer in Europe this season. “Well done Strachan and his squad. At least we’re starting to punch our weight at international level again.”
From Andy Williams to The Scaffold – the Tartan Army will surely be drinking to Lily the Pink, but that controversial kit colour still splits opinion.
‘Three clean sheets in a row and six games unbeaten? I’m starting to think our name might be on the trophy’
said: “Why did Scotland play Slovakia in their pink strip?
The commentator said it was due to a colour clash. They wore white, we are dark blue, so where is the clash? Come on Scotland, wear your true colours whenever you can.”
said: “When I saw the team line up in pink I thought Strachan and the SFA chiefs should be fired – how little I know.
“The team were brilliant. Let’s keep the feelgood factor going all the way through tomorrow night in Slovenia.”
Aye, “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year” right enough.