The assistant coach is confident of Scotland’s qualification from Group D, where they face Czech Republic, England and Croatia
John Carver always listened intently when Bobby Robson reminisced about managing England at international tournaments but little did the former Newcastle coach know he would one day prove a key figure behind Scotland’s return to the European stage.
Carver’s installation as Steve Clarke’s assistant last September coincided with a marked upswing in the team’s performances, culminating in their qualification for a first major tournament since France 98.
