Scotland will have to play a potentially crucial World Cup qualifier against Norway before the start of the Scottish club season after losing a battle to have the match switched from August to October.

The Scots agreed last year that they would play in Norway on August 19 but that international date was moved to August 12 at the request of UEFA to accommodate Champions League qualifiers.

Scottish officials argued for the match to be switched to October instead but FIFA has now ruled that the game should go ahead on August 12.

Scottish FA Chief Executive Gordon Smith said: "We're disappointed with the decision, but at least now the date has been clarified, Scotland supporters can finally make their travel arrangements."

AFP

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