Scotland stand firm against Ukraine to win Nations League group

The result provided a double boost to Steve Clarke’s side’s hopes of European Championship qualification.

GOING UP: Scotland's Lyndon Dykes (left) and Ryan Fraser celebrate after the UEFA Nations League match at the Stadion Cracovii in Krakow. 

Stricken Scotland dug deep into their reserves in more ways than one for a goalless draw against Ukraine to win their Nations League group and gain promotion to League A.

Steve Clarke’s side, depleted by injuries and suspension, needed only a point to finish top of Group B1 and they had to ride their luck at times before celebrating a massive result in the Cracovia Stadium.