Why are Scotland playing at 3pm against Kazakhstan for Euro 2020 qualifying clash?
Alex McLeish's side return to action as they look to get their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign off to a winning start
SCOTLAND are looking to qualify for Euro 2020 and end their two decade absence from major tournaments.
France '98 was the last time the Scots participated in the finals of an international competition, but Alex McLeish is confident his young side can fight their way to next year's Euros.
Why are Scotland playing at 3pm against Kazakhstan?
THE SCOTS begin their qualifying campaign with a tough trip to face Kazakhstan in Astana.
There is a six-hour time difference between the two countries and the match will be kicking off at 9pm local time.
As a result, that will 3pm here in the UK - and McLeish has a plan to cope with the huge time difference.
The Scotland chief has revealed that the entire travelling party will remain on GMT time throughout their trip in an attempt any potential fatigue issues.
McLeish explained: "“There has been a lot of dialogue with the performance guys and different clubs.
“We will stay on British time during our stay in Kazakhstan. That sounds a bit weird but that is how people travelling there approach it. I’m sure the
players will get their heads around it."
Once the match is over, the players will head straight to their training camp in Rimini and begin preparations for the clash with San Marino on Sunday, March 24.