Scotland Captain Forced Off During Match Against Spain, Now Set for Assessment

Andy Robertson will return to Liverpool for further assessment after sustaining a shoulder injury while on international duty with Scotland. The left-back captained his country in their crucial Euro 2024 qualifier against Spain in Seville, where Scotland needed just a point to secure their place in next summer’s tournament. However, the match ended in a frustrating 2-0 defeat, with Robertson forced off before half-time after Spanish goalkeeper Unai Simon landed awkwardly on him.

Robertson was seen with his arm in a makeshift sling as he was replaced, clearly in discomfort following the incident. Scotland’s manager, Steve Clarke, confirmed that Robertson would miss their upcoming friendly against France on Tuesday and will return to Liverpool for a medical assessment.

“Andy has hurt his shoulder,” Clarke stated after the match. “He will go back to his club now.”

The injury casts doubt over Robertson’s participation in Liverpool’s upcoming Merseyside derby against Everton on October 21, as well as the club’s subsequent fixtures. The Reds have a packed schedule, including Europa League matches against Toulouse and a Carabao Cup clash away to Bournemouth. Robertson has been a key figure in Liverpool’s defence this season, playing every minute of their first eight Premier League matches.