Euro 2020: Scotland to take a knee at Wembley however stand at Hampden

Andy Robertson and Callum McGregor

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Andy Robertson (left) says “taking the knee in this tournament matters as a symbol of solidarity”

Scotland will join England in taking a knee when the teams meet at Wembley but will stand against racism in their home group matches at Euro 2020.

Steve Clarke’s side host the Czech Republic on Monday before visiting England next Friday.

Croatia come to Hampden for their final Group D match on 22 June.

“Our position was – and remains – that the focus must be on meaningful change to fight discrimination in football and wider society,” said Clarke.

“I am aware that some individuals and groups have sought to politicise or misrepresent the Scotland national team position on taking a stand against racism and all forms of discriminatory behaviour in our Uefa Euro 2020 matches and, in particular, for our visit to Wembley.

“For the avoidance of doubt: me, my coaching staff, my players and my backroom team take a stand against racism and all forms of unacceptable and discriminatory behaviour across…

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