The 1970s saw a change in the fortunes of the Scottish national side. Having exited undefeated at the 1974 World Cup in West Germany, the sobering trip to Argentina 78 prompted more realistic future expectations. Extensively researched, Scotland in the 70s examines the decade's 89 matches in depth, with the help of countless star contributors.
The 1960s heralded a golden age of Scottish football. Law, Gilzean, Baxter, Greig and Johnstone are just some of the names involved. Memorable matches included those against Italy, West Germany and Czechoslovakia. Set against the backdrop of the Swinging Sixties, Scotland in the 60s reviews all 64 matches contested and the background to the games.
Ally MacLeod gave so much more to Scottish football than the shambles of the World Cup in Argentina which he's mostly remembered for. In his management days he started off Aberdeen's path to glory, and led Ayr United from the Second Division to the top flight. And did you know he was a successful player who appeared in a Wembley Cup Final?