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Clarke on Gordon fitness, starting XI changes & 'big decisions' on Doak

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has been speaking to the media as his side prepare to face Poland in Warsaw on Monday night.

Here are the main points:

  • Goalkeeper Craig Gordon had a virus overnight, but he's travelled and hopefully will be ok.

  • Admits it's tempting to go with the same starting team as Friday, but says coaches like to tinker. Adds that he has a fair idea of the team, but hasn't named it yet, nor has he told the players as yet.

  • On Ben Doak, says he's considering whether the youngster can start back to back games on the international stage. Knows fans might be disappointed if he doesn't start, but knows it's his job to make big decisions.

  • But insists Doak is feeling good about himself and is among good people who will keep his feet on ground.

  • On Poland, he expects a tough game against a top European side and thinks they'll feel aggrieved after their heavy defeat on Friday, so they’ll want to come out and put on a good show in front of their home fans.

  • The Scotland boss says the goal was for Scotland to be in contention in the last two games and that's where they are - they have a realistic chance of staying in top group.

  • Adds there's a good spirit and they need to build upon a good win on Friday.

  • Clarke says he's not concerned that Portugal may not be at full strength to face Croatia - a game Scotland need them to win to keep their Nations League A hopes alive - he's just focusing on winning this game.