Wales have flown north out of one storm and into another ahead of their latest Six Nations match in Scotland. But now in the midst of a meteorological, rather than political, whirlwind Warren Gatland's men will feel far more comfortable. It might be blowing a hoolie at Murrayfield at 2.15pm on Saturday but Wales will be in control of their own destiny for the first time in a wild week. Wales were plagued by off-field worries ahead of their clash with Scotland at Murrayfield Thirteen of their match-day 23 are either Scarlets or Ospreys, and so have been worried sick about the future of their regions, playing careers and financial safety as talk of mergers and revamps swirled around. There is no doubt Gatland, who has never lost to Scotland as Wales coach, will have used the emotion of the unravelling news agenda to stir his players into fighting mood. He has admitted the whole mess has been a sorry distraction, but as galvanisation goes it could suit a Welsh group who love nothing more than sticking two fingers up to doubters. 'All the goings-on off the field might add fuel to the fire,' said wing Josh Adams. 'Come kick-off we will let it rip.' Ken Owens, the hooker, Scarlet to his socks and flame-douser extraordinaire in his role as Welsh Rugby Players' Association chairman, has had quite a week. 'There is a little bit of anger,' noted the 32-year-old. 'It won't be impacting my performance, I can tell you that. It does get you down, but it is what it is. We are looking forward to taking some frustration out.' Hooker Ken Owens admitted there had been a lot of frustration over the domestic issues Alun Wyn Jones, the captain and Osprey who has periodically been back in Swansea this week to fight fires, is also desperate for talk to stop and action to start. 'There are no words I can say about anything that's happened this week,' he commented. 'It's been nice to be able to have the outlet that is rugby and have an away game which has been a blessing. We are not politicians, so don't have to delve too much into that. 'Warren has been his unflappable self. He has galvanised from the top down, and a lot of the players have done it from the bottom up, and that's what we need.' Aside from the chaotic nature of the week a theme has been Wales' defeat up here two years ago. In giddy pursuit of a Grand Slam, and knowing when they have won three to start the tournament Wales never fail to complete the sweep, the memory of that 29-13 loss has kept feet on the floor. Stuart McInally insisted Scotland can still live up to their potential after disappointing results Opposite Wales, Scotland are exasperated with their own recent results but determined. 'When you feel you have the potential and are not living up to it is frustrating,' said skipper Stuart McInally. 'We want to blend that style of rugby we play, playing fast, with a real hard edge in defence and sure that we're dominating the collisions.' Win in Edinburgh, quelling a quick Scottish selection with Ali Price, Finn Russell and Darcy Graham all nimble and nippy and Welsh expectation will go into over-drive next week ahead of Ireland. Coach Warren Gatland is expecting the mentality of his Wales side to shine through But Gatland thinks he has a level-headed squad. 'We're definitely maturing,' he said. 'There's no panicking and belief they can come through and win a game. 'That's been massive. I don't see any fear in their eyes or any trepidation. 'There's a confidence within the squad surrounding their own ability and they have belief in themselves and each other. 'That makes it easy from a coaching perspective because the players are taking on a huge amount of responsibility.' Gatland was talking about on the field, but the same applies to a difficult week that was off it. Win thunderously in these circumstances to go 13 Tests unbeaten and the result may be the lightning rod to spark Wales' whole year. All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility