Andy Robertson leads Scotland's historic World Cup squad in USA

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Andy Robertson leads Scotland's historic World Cup squad in USA

Summary

Andy Robertson has been named as captain of Scotland's World Cup squad, marking the country's first appearance at the tournament since 1998. The team, led by coach Steve Clarke, flew to the USA and is scheduled to play a friendly against Bolivia ahead of their opening match against Haiti on June 14. Robertson expressed pride in being part of the squad, highlighting the achievement of reaching the World Cup after a long absence. The tournament will see Scotland compete in Group C, facing Morocco and Brazil in subsequent matches.

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•Scotland captain Andy Robertson leads the squad to the U.S.
•Scotland plays Bolivia in a friendly on June 8.
•First World Cup appearance since 1998 for Scotland.
•Opening match against Haiti on June 14 in Boston.
•Scotland's group includes Morocco and Brazil.

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Andy Robertson was expected to be named in Scotland's World Cup squad, but he admitted it was a "huge pinch yourself moment"when he was confirmed as one of Steve Clarke's 26-man party.
— Sky Sports

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Robertson relishing chance to lead Scotland at World Cup
Andy Robertson was expected to be named in Scotland's World Cup squad, but he admitted it was a "huge pinch yourself moment"when he was confirmed as one of Steve Clarke's 26-man party.

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