Marshall focused on place with Celtic

DAVID MARSHALL claimed yesterday that he was more concerned with holding off Robert Douglas and Magnus Hedman for the Celtic starting spot than being Scotland’s number one.

The teenage sensation has one last chance against Newcastle United tonight to prove that he should keep the gloves for the big kick-off against Motherwell at Parkhead on Sunday.

The 19-year-old had forced his way to the fore with heroic performances in the Nou Camp and other games but he has looked a little shaky since the Tennent’s Scottish Cup final.

As the new season approaches, Scotland coach Berti Vogts is also searching for a number one for the World Cup qualifiers but Marshall is just focused on matters at Parkhead.

“I have not really thought about the Scotland situation,” said the Scotland U-21 international.

“Getting in here and doing well for your club is the most important thing.”