England are travelling up to Hampden Park to take part in the Anniversary Heritage fixture this evening. While technically a friendly, Scotland will be hopeful of one-upping their auld enemy as we are reminded of centuries worth of rivalry.
The Three Lions come into this match off the back of a 1-1 draw against the Ukraine. Scotland, however, most recently produced yet another dominant Euros qualifying display as they beat Cyprus 3-0. Former Hibs defender Ryan Proteus enjoyed scoring his first ever international goal as he scored his side’s second goal before fellow ex-Hibee John McGinn also added his name to the scorecard.
There will also be extra fuel in the fire as Steve Clarke and Gareth Southgate set about negotiating who will be able to claim Newcastle’s Harvey Barnes. The 25-year-old has made noise about switching his allegiance to play for Scotland but the Tartan Army boss insists he will not be the one doing the chasing.
As England and Scotland take a break from their European qualifying campaigns, here is Edinburgh News’ predicted starting XI for the Heritage Anniversay match.
5. CB - Jack Hendry
Following a life-changing career move to Saudi Arabia, Hendry has ensured fans he still remains fully committed to his international career following his performance against Cyprus | SNS Group
6. CB - Ryan Porteous
The former Hibs man enjoyed scoring his first international goal against Cyprus and will hope to double his tally this evening | SNS Group
7. CM - Billy Gilmour
Gilmour has been making the most of his increased playing time following the departures of Moises Caicedo and Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton | SNS Group
8. CM - Callum McGregor
The Celtic skipper is never out of the Scotland squad if he is fit and available. No chance he will be missing from a battle against England | SNS Group