Andy Robertson's late header in Poland gifts Scotland Nations League lifeline
Scotland kept their hopes of Nations League survival alive with a dramatic 2-1 win in Poland on Tuesday.
Kieran Tierney opened the scoring for Scotland with a fine strike in the 68th minute, but Poland levelled through Krzysztof Piatek 10 minutes later.
However, Robertson headed home a dramatic winner in the 94th minute to secure Scotland's first win in the competition.
The result means Scotland are now level on points with Poland in Group B4, with both teams having one game remaining.
Scotland will now host Ukraine in their final Nations League match on Tuesday, September 27, knowing that a win will secure their survival in the second tier of the competition.
Here are the key talking points from the match:
- Scotland's win was their first in the Nations League, and it came at a crucial time in their bid to avoid relegation.
- Kieran Tierney was Scotland's man of the match, scoring a stunning goal and providing a constant threat down the left flank.
- Andy Robertson's late header was a moment of magic, and it could prove to be a pivotal moment in Scotland's Nations League campaign.
- Poland were left to rue their missed chances, with Robert Lewandowski spurning a number of good opportunities to score.
- Scotland now have a chance to secure their survival in the Nations League when they host Ukraine in their final match.
Overall, it was a memorable night for Scotland
They showed great character to come from behind and win the match, and they now have a great chance of staying in the second tier of the Nations League.
Robertson's goal was a particularly special moment, and it could prove to be a turning point in Scotland's campaign.
With one game remaining, Scotland's fate is in their own hands.