World Cup Shock: Scotland Faces Unexpected Setback as Gilmour’s Fate Hangs in the Balance
Speaking immediately after the match, Clarke had admitted he had “fingers crossed that the wee man is fine,” but the reality of the post-match scan left the national team boss utterly heartbroken for the former Chelsea and Brighton man.
Reacting to the official diagnosis, Steve Clarke said: “I am devastated for Billy because he has been an integral part of our World Cup qualifying campaign. The timing of this injury is so, so cruel and we all feel for him.
“He knows what we all think of him as a footballer and a person and while no words will give him any comfort tonight, I am certain Billy will have many major tournaments ahead of him in the future.”
Tactical rethink ahead of Bolivia
While the squad must now process the emotional weight of losing a key figure, Clarke has to quickly pivot to a major tactical rethink before next Saturday’s final warm-up fixture against Bolivia in New Jersey.
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