Burley not looking too far ahead

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The Scots go in to the game in second place in Group Nine following the 2-0 home win over Macedonia on Saturday. However, all three points are still probably required against the runaway section winners - who have won all seven games - if they are to have a chance of a play-off spot.

"It's a big opportunity, a huge task but one that we are looking forward to," said Burley. "We are in the last game of the group and we are looking to win against one of the top countries in the world."

If Northern Ireland fail to win at home against Slovakia on Wednesday night, and Poland draw with Slovenia, then a Scotland win would guarantee Burley's side a two-legged play-off in November.

However, any other set of results which accompanied a Scotland win would mean the Tartan Army waiting a month until the last qualifying games are played before discovering their fate. The Scotland boss, though, is looking only towards the 90 minutes at Hampden.

"If we win the game, then it takes care of itself," he added.

"They will want to keep their unbeaten record going. But whether we are underdogs or not, it us up to ourselves to be strong, determined and play to the best of our ability with the passion and commitment that we showed on Saturday."

Burley added: "It is one of the most exciting games of my managerial career, one to look forward to and there is everything to play for. It doesn't come any bigger.

"I haven't got a clue (how Holland will approach the game) and I'm not really worried. It's about what we do."

Burley is sweating over the fitness of his number one keeper Craig Gordon who is struggling with a thigh strain.