Anthony Ralston, the right-back for Celtic, praised the exceptional skills of Lawrence Shankland ahead of Scotland’s final friendly with Northern Ireland in March. Shankland, who started in the recent bruising 4-0 defeat against the Netherlands, had a near miss with a looping header and a shot that hit the bar in the game. Despite the setback, his performance has sparked discussions about who will be starting for Scotland in the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament. Alongside Che Adams and Lyndon Dykes, Shankland’s impressive form for Hearts has put him in contention for a spot in the starting lineup against Germany.
Reflecting on the defeat against the Netherlands and looking forward to the next game, Ralston shared his thoughts on Shankland. The Celtic player described the striker as top-quality and acknowledged his efforts in the match. Ralston emphasized the importance of learning from mistakes and maintaining high standards as a team, highlighting the need to bounce back in the upcoming game against Northern Ireland. Despite the disappointment of the defeat, Ralston expressed confidence in the squad’s ability to analyze their performance, make necessary adjustments, and strive for improvement in the next match.
