Ross Stewart has had to be patient, but last night he finally made his thoroughly deserved debut for Scotland. Hopefully this is the first of many and Stewart has the chance to earn a further two caps in this camp, with a game against the Republic of Ireland on Saturday and the reverse fixture against Armenia next week. No doubt he will get more time to prove his worth in these games. Congratulations, Ross. Here is what a visibly overjoyed Stewart said after the game:
SURREAL, PROUD
“It felt very surreal. Obviously a really proud moment and delighted to get my debut. To do it in a game that has got importance on it and a game that we went on to win makes it even better so overall it’s just a really proud night."
FIVE MINUTES
“I think you are just concentrating on the game really. To only get five or so minutes at the end, you do take it in a wee bit but it’s a game that you want to go on and try and make an impact in a short time. Even speaking about it now, it’s starting to sink in so I’m very proud.”
PARENTS
“My parents were watching on so I’m sure we will talk a lot afterwards. It’s a proud moment for me but certainly a proud moment for them and I’m glad they could be here when I’ve been able to get my first minutes.”
CAMPS
"This is my second camp and both camps, I have really enjoyed. It’s an incredible experience to be in with the boys. It’s probably been in this camp that I have really started to settle. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it. Obviously it’s great to finally come on and play minutes on the pitch because that’s what you want to do as a player and hopefully I can continue to do that.”
