Craig Gordon faces a battle from Allan McGregor to be Scotland number one, says Walter Smith

Jun 29 2008

WALTER SMITH last night insisted Allan McGregor and Craig Gordon are now running neck and neck for Scotland's No.1 shirt.

The Gers boss pinned McGregor down to a five-year deal last week.

And he reckons George Burley faces a major dilemma for the World Cup qualifiers. Smith said: "Scotland are lucky to have two exceptional keepers and it will be a difficult choice for George.

"Craig was impressive when I was Scotland boss and I saw just how good Allan was when I came to Rangers."