David Clarkson marked his Scotland debut with a goal - but it was not enough to prevent the first defeat of the George Burley era against the Czech Republic in Prague.

Former Rangers misfit Libor Sionko claimed a double and Michal Kadlec was also on the scoresheet as the home nation ran out 3-1 winners.

This was Burley's first away game and he always knew it would be a tough test against a country ranked sixth in the world and heading for Euro 2008 this summer.

After the game, Burley bemoaned the absence of several key players but admitted it had given other players a chance to shine - notably goalscorer Clarkson.

Burley said: "I'm pleased for David. It's all about taking your opportunities.

"We were inundated with call-offs but it was an opportunity for others to impress and David will be pleased at scoring a cracking goal."

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