Israel's 50-year wait to reach a major finals continue, but Scotland's spot-kick kings progress to the Euro 2020 final away to Serbia and a chance to reach a tournament for the first time since 1998.

It wasn't pretty - achieved after failing to put an effort on target in 120 minutes. But Scotland have the chance to go one better than their last play-off final defeat - by Netherlands back in 2003 - thanks to five perfect penalties.

Next up, though, are Slovakia at Hampden. Join us then for the build-up to another big night of international football.

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Scotland weren't the only side to progress to a play-off final after a penalty shootout tonight.

Northern Ireland recorded a fine win over Bosnia-Herzegovina after a 1-1 draw away from home.

Meanwhile, Scotland's next Nations Cup opponents, Slovakia, overcame Republic of Ireland at home after a goalless draw. Here's the full line-up of finals:

Group A: Hungary v Iceland

Group B: Northern Ireland v Slovakia

Group C: Serbia v Scotland

Group D: Georgia v North Macedonia

Apparently, I gave you the wrong link to Scott Mullen's match report earlier...it's been a long night!

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When did Scotland last win a game without having an effort on target for 120 minutes?

Fortunately, they managed it five times in a row in the penalty shoot-out, while Israel sharp shooter Eran Zahavi had his spot-kick saved by David Marshall.

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Steve Clarke is hoping for some "positive press" following the victory over Israel.

"The type of game it was, was the game I expected. A tense, nervy affair," the Scotland head coach says.

"We had the biggest chance of the game with Scott McTominay’s header and we almost nicked it at the end.

"As a group of players and as a squad I think we are developing. I can feel there is something building. It’s another game unbeaten. These things are important. They put everything into the game and we got our reward."

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Scotland head coach Steve Clarke points out that his side have now gone six games unbeaten and achieved their goal of reaching the final.

"When you do everything properly in the build-up, you get your reward," he says.

"At the moment, you have to enjoy it. It’s another step towards hopefully making a bit of history for the country.

"Qualification is still in our hands. We’ve got a tough game away to Serbia next month, but it’s one we will look forward to.

"Serbia or Norway was always going to be a difficult game away from home. We’ll go there with every of confidence looking to make a little bit of history for the Scottish national team."

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Before Scotland can think of that final, however, they must regather their thoughts - and players left after Covid-19 withdrawals, for Sunday's Nations League group game at home to Slovakia.

Czech Republic are next up in Glasgow on Wednesday at the end of a hectic spell for Steve Clarke's men.

He'll be hoping there are no more late call-offs to his depleted squad.

Scotland goalkeeper David Marshall tells BBC Scotland the result overshadows the performance.

"Being in a semi-final, we were just desperate to get to that one-off game next month and we’ve got the job done," he says.

"Saving the first penalty breaks them a bit and gave us confidence. The last four penalties from us were a real high standard - the lads have practiced every day.

"It's more relief than anything. You just want to get through anyway you do it."

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