This content discusses the injury status of goalkeeper Angus Gunn and his potential participation in the upcoming international matches for Scotland. Gunn played a crucial role in Scotland’s qualification for the finals next summer, but now the squad is in a battle with Spain to finish on top of Group A. However, Gunn is unlikely to be fit for his club’s remaining league games against Blackburn and Cardiff before the international window.
Gunn suffered a muscular injury to his left leg during a home defeat to Leeds, and has since missed games against Middlesbrough and Sunderland. City’s young understudy goalkeeper, Vicente Reyes, is set to end his loan spell with Braintree, and alongside Caleb Ansen, will provide short-term backup to George Long.
City’s head coach, David Wagner, believes that Gunn may not be ready for the upcoming Scotland games. He states that if Gunn is able to play against Cardiff, then he can join the Scotland national team, but if not, it would not make sense for him to go. Wagner mentions that Long has been training well and has shown improvement, but has not been able to play due to Gunn’s injury.
Wagner emphasizes the team’s desire for a clean sheet, as it would be a significant step in returning to their quality. The final decision on Gunn’s participation in the Scotland matches will be made based on his progress over the next 10 days to two weeks. Currently, it seems unlikely that Gunn will be able to train and therefore, joining the national team would not be feasible.
Overall, this content highlights the injury concerns surrounding Gunn and his potential involvement in the upcoming international matches for Scotland. The focus is on his fitness and the decision to allow him to join the national team based on his recovery.
