While different European nations undergo the anguish of play-offs for the World Cup, Scotland can get on with the enterprise of getting ready for the summer season event in the Americas.
First up is a pleasant recreation towards Japan at Hampden on Saturday.
While Scotland are returning to the largest worldwide stage after a 28-year absence, Japan shall be making an eighth successive look.
Steve Clarke’s aspect haven’t performed since clinching qualification with a memorable 4-2 win over Denmark in November.
The guests, nineteenth in the Fifa rankings – 19 locations above Scotland, have received their previous three friendlies, together with a 3-2 victory against Brazil in October.
For Japan’s first go to to the nationwide stadium in Glasgow, TV protection is on BBC One Scotland from 16:30 GMT, with the match additionally obtainable through the iPlayer.
Jonathan Sutherland is your host alongside Leanne Crichton and Neil McCann, with commentary from Liam McLeod and James McFadden.
Radio protection begins on BBC Radio Scotland from 15:30, with former internationals Billy Dodds and Willie Miller becoming a member of host Andy Burke and commentator Alasdair Lamont.
As ever, you possibly can observe every part on the BBC Sport web site and app, together with textual content updates on the motion, in-play clips, and have you ever say because it occurs.
