McGregor ruled out for Scotland

The impact for Scotland will be minimal, given that Craig Gordon is firmly established as Alex McLeish's number one.

Norwich's David Marshall will take over as Gordon's deputy for the Hampden clash with Ukraine, when Group B leaders Scotland attempt to defend their position.

Aberdeen's uncapped Jamie Langfield has been called into the squad to act as third-choice goalkeeper.

McLeish, who believed McGregor's injury was related to his shoulder or elbow, was in a realistic frame of mind at this lunchtime's press conference at Loch Lomond.

Looking ahead to the match against Ukraine, who are fourth in the group, McLeish said: "It's a massive game for us.

"We find ourselves in a great position because of past performances and we're entitled to believe we can get another good one."

McLeish described the anticipation as a "brilliant" experience and believes his players are in the right frame of mind to secure another good result.

Italy and France are ready to pounce on any slip-up by the Scots.

But McLeish said of his players: "They have that confidence and belief because of what they've done."