Scotland hero Kenny McLean has admitted that the national team's post-match celebrations have left him a little worse for wear, following their World Cup qualification.
The Norwich City midfielder scored the fourth goal at Hampden, an audacious lob that caught Kasper Schmeichel out on the halfway line. This goal, coupled with Kieran Tierney's curved effort just a couple of minutes prior, ensured that Scotland will be heading to next year's tournament - their first in 28 years.
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The morning after, McLean, alongside Craig Gordon, John McGinn, and captain Andy Robertson, were interviewed walking down the streets of Glasgow after a night of celebrations.
"I'm pretty rough, to be honest, but everything was worth it," he said. "We enjoyed ourselves, but I'm sure everybody did. It has been a long time coming for us, and it's mega, to be honest. [Sky Sports]
Gordon added, "It feels just as good (this morning). It was a great night, and an incredible feeling. It is all starting to sink in, with how big it actually is. The celebrations were great, as you can imagine.
"I've not had too much sleep, but it was a really good night."
Aston Villa captain John McGinn insisted that his festivities were more muted. "I enjoyed myself a wee bit, but I've got a game on Sunday, so I'm taking it easy," he said.
"It was a really emotional night, but we deserved it. We've been through a lot as a group - it was a special night.
Scotland captain Robertson also had his say after leading the country to automatic qualification. "I don't think it will sink in until we're on that plane - I just think that's the way of it," the Liverpool left-back said.
"We set out to finish top (of the group), and not many people gave us a chance to do that. We picked up point after point and gathered momentum. There was a real sense of belief around the hotel that last night was going to be a special night.
"I'm so glad it turned out that way."
