"Scotland can get on with the business of preparing for the summer tournament in the Americas, first up is a friendly game against Japan at Hampden on Saturday."
"While Scotland are returning to the biggest international stage after a 28-year absence, Japan will be making an eighth successive appearance."
"The visitors, 19th in the FIFA rankings - 19 places above Scotland, have won their past three friendlies, including a 3-2 victory against Brazil in October."
Scotland is preparing for the World Cup after a 28-year absence, starting with a friendly match against Japan at Hampden. Japan, ranked 19th in FIFA rankings, is making its eighth consecutive World Cup appearance. Scotland last played in November, securing qualification with a 4-2 win over Denmark. Japan has won its last three friendlies, including a victory against Brazil. The match will be broadcast on BBC One Scotland and BBC Radio Scotland, with various coverage options available for fans.
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