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Steve Clarke praised the captain's role played by Andy Robertson after Scotland dragged themselves out of the World Cup doldrums.

Hopes of an appearance in Qatar ended by a poor performance against Ukraine, Clarke made six changes as his side bounced back with a 2-0 win over Armenia in the opening game of the Nations League.

Celtic defender Anthony Ralston opening the scoring with a headed goal in his first Scotland start.

Central defender Scott McKenna then maintained the momentum of last week's promotion with Nottingham Forest by claiming his first international strike before half-time.

Praising the new faces for adding energy and impetus to his team Clarke reserved a special mention for his Captain Fantastic Robertson after the Liverpool defender rallied the troops post-Ukraine.

'Professional athletes have to move on. You can think about the last one, you have to think about the next one. The next one for us was the Nations League campaign and we've got off to a good start.

'I've got to mention the captain. He was outstanding. He was outstanding in the dressing room before the game. Himself, John McGinn and Callum McGregor are leaders, taking us onto the pitch in a good frame of mind.

'It was three good performances from them - but I

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