Scotland announce youth call-ups for World Cup training camp

James Wilson, Liam McFarlane, Luke Graham, and Tyler Fletcher will join Scotland’s training next week, as Steve Clarke’s World Cup preparations take shape. Clarke referenced the inclusion of several youth stars when naming his 26-man squad on Tuesday. “When I announced the squad, I made reference to a few young players joining us for training at Lesser Hampden.” “It’s helpful for us, because it boosts our numbers for training – given the staggered arrivals of those who are still playing domestically – and it allows us to take a closer look at some boys who are on our radar. “It should also be a very positive experience for the players themselves, who will get an insight into what we look for in the senior squad environment, surrounded by top professionals.” Clarke’s side begins their preparations by welcoming Curacao to Hampden on May 30th, as a send-off for the squad. Seven days later, they meet Bolivia in New Jersey, before opening their campaign against Haiti. Wilson and McFarlane join from Hearts, Graham from Dundee, and Fletcher from Manchester United.