How Andy Robertson defied the odds to become Scotland's greatest captain

Robertson will become Scotland's record appearance holder this week, surpassing Sir Kenny Dalglish on 103 caps, and is already the nation's greatest captain with 80-81 appearances in the role.

Andy Robertson is set to make history this week when Scotland face North Macedonia at Hampden Park. The Liverpool left-back will join Sir Kenny Dalglish on 102 caps when he leads his country out, then surpass the legendary figure to become Scotland's record appearance holder on 103 caps.

Robertson's journey to this milestone is remarkable. Released by Celtic as a boy for being too small, he worked in the Hampden ticket office while playing part-time for Queen's Park before moving to Hull City at 20. He has since become one of the world's best left-backs, winning the Champions League and Premier League with Liverpool.

As captain, Robertson has led Scotland to three major tournaments in five years—Euro 2020, Euro 2024, and the 2022 World Cup—a period of unprecedented qualification success after the nation's 24-year absence from the big stage. He will wear the armband for the 80th and 81st time this week, far surpassing previous captaincy records.

Though Robertson insists Dalglish remains Scotland's greatest player, his legacy as the nation's greatest captain is beyond debate.