'True leader' Andy Robertson hailed by Scottish media after historic night for Liverpool star

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Andy Robertson has been hailed as a “true leader” by the Scottish media after the Liverpool star became the first player to captain his nation to a World Cup in nearly 30 years. Scotland’s media has understandably been celebrating the achievement in some style, with Robertson hailed for his part in leading his side to the finals - the first man to do so in 28 years.

“The Scotland captain worked exceptionally hard all night on his 90th cap,” their summary read. Andy Robertson celebrates with his Scotland teammates against Denmark (Image: Getty Images) “Pinged by VAR for a needless challenge on Gustav Isaksen right on the corner of the penalty box which resulted in a spot-kick for Hojlund to convert.

Recovered well thereafter and didn't let his head drop.” It was an understandably emotional night for Robertson, who paid a special tribute to Diogo Jota after the game, having admitted he couldn’t get his former Liverpool teammate out of his head ahead of Scotland’s big day. Andy Robertson celebrates after Scotland secures its qualification for the World Cup (Image: Getty Images) Summing up his emotions, Robertson told BBC Sport: “That just sums up this squad, never say die, we just keep going right to the end, and one of the craziest games of football, we certainly put the country through it!