Yesterday the SFA announced their squad for the first match in the annual Victory Shield tournament. The tournament is a home nations style event featuring Scotland, England, Wales & N. Ireland. Scotland's first game is against Wales on 30th September and five Celtic youth players have been included in the 18-body squad. Jordan Hart (GK), Calum Waters (DF), Liam Henderson (MF), Jaison McGrath (FW) & Paul McMullan (FW) were all selected by Ross Mathie to travel to The Airfield in Broughton and have a chance of representing the junior side.
In the last ten years the tournament has become something of a procession for the England U-16s with established Premiership players such as Aaron Lennon, Jack Rodwell, Wayne Rooney & Jack Wilshere all contributing to success that has ensured another nation hasn't become outright winners since 2000, when N. Ireland saw off Wales to clinch the trophy.
However, it's a good challenge for the young Celtic players who will be provided with another outlet to pit their skills against the best youth in the Isles. It's also a great chance for fans to check out rising stars coming through the club. In the past the Scottish Victory Shield team has included club legends like Kenny Dalglish & Paul McStay. Sky Sports will shine their regular spotlight on the action with Scotland's first match being shown live at 7.35pm on Friday 30th September. Further squads to face N.Ireland on 4th November & England on 25th will be announced in due course.
Good luck bhoys.
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