Clarke: We’re ready for England

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“But it was a fantastic finish. Rather than looking to apportion blame all the time, sometimes you’ve got to credit the goalscorer.

“It’s disappointing but we are ready for the next one (against England).”

Gareth Southgate has been warned Scotland will be “simple” and “painful” opponents who “kick long balls” when they clash at Wembley.

Czech coach Jaroslav Silhavy saw his side dismantle Scotland at Hampden Park.

Fresh from the battle, Silhavy gave an assessment of Scotland’s qualities, saying they will be “aggressive”.

Scotland need to revive their campaign at Wembley on Friday night after crumbling under the pressure of a hyped up home crowd.

He said: “Scotland played in a simple way – long balls and tackles – and it was painful for us.

“Scotland kicked long balls at us and we needed a good defensive line. We had to get in a good mental shape to face Scotland.

“We knew they would tackle and be aggressive. They did all that.

“The Scots play until the last minutes.

“They pushed and pressed. You need a good defence.”