With their first-placed destiny in Euro 2024 qualifying Group A out of their own hands, Scotland close out their preliminary campaign against Norway at Hampden Park on Sunday.
Steve Clarke's side were forced to do it the hard way to rescue a point in a 2-2 draw with Georgia on Thursday, while their visitors are still in contention to land a spot in the playoffs.
The Manchester United man had restored parity for Clarke's side following an opener from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who subsequently doubled his side's advantage with a fine piece of individual skill before Lawrence Shankland headed home an injury-time equaliser to silence the Tbilisi crowd.
No fewer than 32 fouls were committed throughout the fiery 90 minutes as McTominay lashed out at Georgian players "crying like babies", but the Group A rankings will make for positive reading for the midfielder and co, who have already guaranteed a direct route to Germany while the Crusaders seek redemption in the playoffs.
However, Scotland's chances of a first-placed finish in the section have now diminished owing to Spain's victory over Cyprus, which sent La Roja two points clear of Clarke's men at the top of Group A, and Spain will consign Scotland to a second-placed ranking with all three points against Georgia.
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