Shankland and Curtis make strong statement to Scotland squad in World Cup qualifier

Scotland defeated Curaçao in a friendly, with striker Lawrence Shankland and midfielder Findlay Curtis standing out as the match's key performers. Their displays raise the question of how manager Clarke will respond to their performances.

Scotland's national team defeated Curaçao in a friendly, with striker Lawrence Shankland and midfielder Findlay Curtis emerging as the match's standout performers, both sending a clear message that they want to secure regular places in the squad.

Shankland and Curtis demonstrated good form throughout the match and gave manager Steve Clarke reason for thought. Both players' performances raised the question of whether Clarke should hand them bigger roles in the upcoming important fixtures.

Scotland's squad is preparing for qualifying matches where competition for places is fierce. The friendly against Curaçao offered players an opportunity to prove themselves, and Shankland and Curtis made full use of that chance.

Now it remains to be seen how Clarke will shape his squad for the upcoming matches and whether the players who caught the eye in the friendly will be able to prove their worth in more important encounters.