Celtic star subject of international dig as co-commentator hits him with funny punchline after being floored

A Celtic star was on the end of a hillarious co-commentator jab while on international duty this week.

He may have the challenge of dislodging Alistair Johnston at club level, but Anthony Ralston has carved out a spot as the starting right-back for Scotland amid injuries to Nathan Patterson and Aaron Hickey. The Celtic man impressed during a 0-0 draw with Portugal in a Nations League Group A1 clash.

It got the nation off the mark at the fourth attempt in a group that also includes Croatia and Poland. Despite a strong showing, being turned inside-out by Rafael Leao had match co-commentator and ex-Celtic defender Charlie Mulgrew landing the funny jabs.

Amid other light-hearted remarks he made during the Viaplay commentary, he made a humurous note about how Ralston was left by the winger. Mulgrew said: “Screwed Ralston into the deck there, somebody will need to unscrew him.”

Steve Clarke meanwhile was delighted with the display. The Scotland head coach said: "The point was important for us after the work the group put in to get off the mark.

"Defensively sound. The shape of the team was good. We denied a lot of space in behind. Good concentration in the box, determined defending at times, some really good blocks, which you need against sides like Portugal. Everyone contributed to earn the point.

"Everyone keeps talking about confidence, but they know they can play well. We maybe didn't play as well as we could on the ball, which could be down to fatigue. But I don't think they lack confidence. Tonight's point will give us more confidence."