"Ewan Murray was our reporter at Hampden and was brutally honest about how fortunate the home side were to take a crucial victory over Greece. If Scotland make it to the promised land of next summer's World Cup, they will glance back at this as a crucial evening. There must also be laughter to accompany reflection. No sane observer could claim Steve Clarke's team deserved to prevail here. Lewis Ferguson and Lyndon Dykes sealed the win."
"You could hear the collective sigh emanating from the Football Association HQ last night as Thomas Tuchel decided that the best way to dissect England's excellent 3-0 win over Wales at Wembley on Thursday night was to criticise the home fans that had parted with their hard-earned money and alternative evening plans to attend an international friendly. The stadium was silent. We didn't get any energy back from the stands. We did everything to win. What more can you give in 20 minutes?"
Scotland secured a fortunate victory over Greece at Hampden despite only 31% possession. Lewis Ferguson and Lyndon Dykes scored to seal the win. The result places Scotland in an excellent position in Group C, with a playoff spot potentially secured against Belarus and automatic World Cup qualification still possible. Greece face a difficult route and must travel to Denmark next. England beat Wales 3-0 at Wembley, but Thomas Tuchel criticised the home fans for providing little atmosphere as the stadium remained silent and offered no energy to the players.
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