Scotland: ‘Don’t put pressure on a young boy’ – John Souttar on Ben Doak

John Souttar wants Ben Doak to simply enjoy his football after the youngster impressed on his first start for Scotland.

Doak, 18, caused problems throughout Scotland’s 2-1 Nations League loss against Croatia and was involved in Ryan Christie’s opening goal.

However, Souttar was wary of heaping expectation on Doak at such an early stage in his international career.

“He was really good,” Souttar said. “It’s just important to focus on that and look at what he did without putting too much pressure on him.

“We should let him enjoy his football and give him that freedom.

“Don’t put pressure on a young boy – just let him go out and perform. I thought he was excellent.

“He’s 18. He’s so young. He’s just got to enjoy it.”