Scotland: Hickey back for Denmark & Belarus World Cup qualifiers

Aaron Hickey returns to the Scotland squad for the first time in almost two years as World Cup qualifying begins with visits to Denmark and Belarus next month.

The Brentford full-back, 23, has made two appearances as substitute in the Premier League in recent weeks, having been out of action since October 2023.

The last of his 14 international caps came in the same month.

Ryan Christie and Lyndon Dykes are also back after significant injury breaks.

Hearts goalkeeper Zander Clark may be favourite to take the gloves, since Angus Gunn and Liam Kelly have yet to feature this season for Nottingham Forest and Rangers respectively.

Blackburn Rovers defender Dominic Hyam, capped once as a late substitute in June 2023, is recalled by manager Steve Clarke, while teenager Lennon Miller, now at Udinese, retains his place after playing in summer friendlies against Iceland and Liechtenstein.

The inclusion of the 18-year-old means four of the eight midfielders listed are based in Serie A.

Scotland meet the Danes on 5 September, with the game in Belarus three days later.

Greece are the other nation in Group C.

More to follow.