Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher (26) will pass a major milestone when he lines out as Scotland Captain in tomorrow nights must win Euro 2012 tie with Group I minnows Liechtenstein as it will see him make his 50th appearance for Scotland at Senior International level.
Fletcher made his debut for the Scots in 2003 and scored his first International goal in his second game, coming off the bench to score the winner against Lithuania, securing Scotland’s place in the Euro 2004 Play-Offs.
Fletcher was named Scotland captain in November 2009 and has been an influential player for Scotland since making his debut in 2003.
Scotland’s Assistant manager Peter Houston paid tribute to Fletcher saying:
“It’s a huge honour for him to be captain of his Country and at this early age getting his 50th cap. So great credit to him and we are delighted for him. We still feel that he does a smashing job for his Country. He plays consistently well for the side.
“One thing Darren has shown for Scotland is that he’s always here and fully committed.”
Fletcher will become the second Scottish player to pass a major milestone, after defender David Weirbecame Scotland’s oldest capped player on Friday night.
