Andy Robertson asked fans to remain realistic after Scotland lost friendly matches against Japan and Ivory Coast during the March international window. Some supporters booed the national team following a 1-0 defeat to Ivory Coast at Hampden Park on Tuesday. This followed an earlier 2-0 loss against Japan in Tokyo. Robertson noted that Japan had also defeated England recently, which he suggested provided necessary context for the results.
The Liverpool defender stated that the squad remains focused on preparation for the upcoming European Championship. Scotland failed to score in either fixture, leading to frustration from sections of the home crowd. Manager Steve Clarke utilised the matches to experiment with tactical systems and squad depth, according to Sky Sports. The Scottish FA confirmed that these fixtures were the final scheduled home games before the tournament begins in June. Robertson insisted that the players understand the fans' high expectations but urged for patience as the team organises its defence for competitive fixtures, per The Guardian.
