The international break is upon us once again and over the years there have been a list of players who have enjoyed plenty of success at club level without ever being given the honour of representing their country.
That was the bizarre reality for some of Scotland’s most talented footballers throughout the 20th century, with the purpose of this not to belittle those who did win caps but to remember those who were not so fortunate.
Many could count themselves unlucky to play in eras when the national team had a multitude of great players for near enough every position.
It has always been viewed that if you played for one of the two Old Firm giants, the likelihood of you earning Scotland recognition was pretty high. However, that’s not always been the case.
9. Sir Alex Ferguson - Rangers (1957-1974)
Better known for his hugely successful managerial exploits, but the Govan-born icon was at one point the hottest striking prospect in Scottish football. Signed from Dunfermline Athletic in 1967 for £65,000 - a then-record fee - Ferguson spent two years at Ibrox but never quite managed to fulfil his potential. Failed to win a cap for the country he would later manage, largely down to the strength and wide range of options available in that area. Has made up for it, though by winning 49 trophies as a manager... | AFP via Getty Images
10. George Niven - Rangers (1951-1969)
Holds the record for playing the most amount of games for Rangers of ANY Scottish player who has never been capped by his country. The goalkeeper was called up for Scotland duty on two occasions, but was forced to withdraw each time due to injury. Gave 10 years of faithful service and over 400 appearances for Bill Struth's Gers and was regarded as a safe pare of hands who commanded his area extremely well. | Getty Images