International Friendly: Scotland squander two-goal lead against Finland
Scotland 2 - 2 Finland
Scotland head off to Euro 2024 in a disappointing fashion after squandering a two-goal lead to draw with Finland at Hampden Park.
An own goal from Arttu Hoskonen lifted spirits following a subdued start before Lawrence Shankland nodded home, ramping up the celebrations.
The Tartan Army's party was put on hold when Benjamin Kallman pulled one back, and an 85th-minute penalty - awarded by the video assistant referee (VAR) - was slotted home by Oliver Antman.
All eyes now turn to Munich as Scotland prepares for the daunting yet exhilarating task of taking on Germany, one of the tournament favourites, in their own backyard next Friday.
You can watch the highlights of the match in the video below. The footage is from the Premier Sports YouTube account.
The second half came to life after a poor first 45 minutes.
The second half was much better. Hoskonen's own goal might have been a touch lucky, but Shankland's headed finish rounded off the type of swaggering move Clarke's side has lacked in recent times.
Injuries prompted late call-ups for Lewis Morgan and Tommy Conway - the latter earning his first cap at Hampden - as fresh faces looked to make their mark in the last outing before the real competition starts.
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But with a huge occasion looming, Scotland were punished for taking their foot off the gas.
The defence went to sleep for Kallman's header, and then Gordon was adjudged to have been too hasty rushing out of goal, allowing Antman to step up.
Despite the result, Scotland fans made sure to let their team know they have their full support this summer.
Too often, they've been left watching tournaments at home. Now, they're off to Germany. Very few people will care about this result if they manage to get out of the Group Stages.
Friendlies really haven't been Scotland's forte in recent times.
They've now won just three of their last 21 non-competitive matches. They tend to struggle when they don't have to put their foot on the pedal.
That couldn't be further from the case in seven days' time. Germany are not only one of the top sides in the tournament but will be desperate to open the tournament with a bang in front of their home fans.
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For Clarke's side, it's important not to let this result affect their psyche ahead of a daunting prospect in Munich.
There were positives to take, however. Anthony Ralston gave a solid account in the depleted right wing-back berth, while Shankland showed the cutting edge he has lacked in recent outings.
Now, can they do it when the lights are brightest? Scotland fans will be travelling in their thousands and will be having a huge party regardless. Fans were restricted at the last tournament so this will be a huge occasion for everyone involved.
