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Darren Fletcher returns to Scotland squad, Andrew Robertson gets first call-up

Manchester United's Darren Fletcher is recalled to the Scotland squad, while Dundee United teenager Andrew Robertson receives his first call-up.

Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher has been included in the Scotland squad, while Dundee United starlet Andrew Robertson has received his first call-up.

The duo have been named in manager Gordon Strachan's 24-man squad for the upcoming international friendly against Poland in Warsaw on March 5.

Fletcher, who has been battling ulcerative colitis for some time, is poised to make his first appearance since November 2013 in the clash, while 19-year-old Robertson has been rewarded for his efforts this season.

Sunderland defender Phil Bardsley, who had a number of issues under former Black Cats boss Paolo di Canio, has returned to the squad.

Scotland squad to face Poland:

Goalkeepers: Matt Gilks (Blackpool), David Marshall (Cardiff City), Allan McGregor (Hull City)

Defenders: Phil Bardsley (Sunderland), Christophe Berra (Ipswich Town), Gordon Greer (Brighton and Hove Albion), Grant Hanley (Blackburn Rovers), Alan Hutton (Aston Villa), Russell Martin (Norwich City), Andrew Robertson (Dundee United), Steven Whittaker (Norwich City)

Midfielders: Charlie Adam (Stoke City), Ikechi Anya (Watford), Barry Bannan (Crystal Palace), Scott Brown (Celtic), Chris Burke (Birmingham City), Darren Fletcher (Manchester United), James Forrest (Celtic), James Morrison (West Bromwich Albion), Charlie Mulgrew (Celtic), Robert Snodgrass (Norwich City)

Forwards: Steven Fletcher (Sunderland), Ross McCormack (Leeds United), Steven Naismith (Everton)

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Scotland manager Gordon Strachan shouts from the touchline during the international friendly football match between England and Scotland at Wembley Stadium in London on August 14, 2013
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