Scotland have to adapt without Doak's 'blistering pace' - McGinn

John McGinn is confident Ben Doak "will be a big player" for Scotland across the next decade as the 19-year-old suffers his latest "bump in the road" with injury.

The Liverpool winger, who spent this season on loan at Middlesbrough before requiring thigh surgery, made his international debut in September and starred as Scotland found form in the Nations League.

The speedy winger was sure to play a part in this week's play-off double-header against Greece for Steve Clarke's side, but was dealt a blow earlier this month when he was ruled out for the season.

Aston Villa captain McGinn, though, has no doubt the teenager - and his "blistering pace" - will be back making an impact in the dark blue of Scotland soon.

"He's young, he is going to have bumps in the road and this is hopefully just a little bump in the road for him," the midfielder said.

"He will be a big player for us in the next 10-15 years.

"We obviously don't have the same speed as Ben. We were very fortunate to have him for the last couple of games and he showed his best performances for Scotland.

"With two brilliant performances, he certainly offered something different.

"We have pace but not the same blistering pace that Ben has, so we will have to adapt a little bit."