Scotland assistant manager Peter Houston has praised skipper Darren Fletcher, who will win his 50th cap against Liechtenstein at Hampden on Tuesday night. The Manchester United midfielder will enter the SFA's Hall of Fame on making a half-century of international appearances in the crucial 2012 Euro qualifying Group I match against the group minnows.

"For such a young guy it's a huge achievement," the Dundee United boss said.

"It's a huge honour for him to be captain of his country and at this early age getting his 50th cap.

"So great credit to him and we are delighted for him.

"We still feel that he does a smashing job for his country. He plays consistently well for the side.

"The other night against Lithuania his energy levels were fantastic, he was pressing people and working hard.

"One thing Darren has shown for Scotland is that he always here and fully committed.

"We can't expect Darren to play well in every game but certainly, if he gives us the performance he gave us on Friday, we will be more than pleased."