Scotland 0-0 Northern Ireland

McFadden was Scotland's most dangerous player
Ten-man Northern Ireland were denied a victory in Scotland when Allan McGregor saved David Healy's penalty.

The substitute goalkeeper produced a fine diving stop on the hour to atone for bringing down Warren Feeney.

Minutes before the penalty award, Ryan McGivern saw his international debut marred by picking up two yellow cards.

Northern Ireland keeper Maik Taylor made good saves to thwart Darren Barr and James McFadden as the Scots failed to convert their numerical advantage.

The result leaves George Burley without a win in three games at the helm for Scotland and the hosts still searching for their first friendly win at Hampden since 1996.

Northern Ireland will rue Healy's miss but can be content with a good defensive performance, with Jonny Evans turning in a commanding display.


Nigel Worthington's side, decimated by injuries, were content to pack men behind the ball and invite Scotland forward during a drab first half.

And the home side struggled to break down the visitors, with far too many passes going astray in midfield.

Scotland forward McFadden was the liveliest player on show, although there were times when he left team-mates exasperated with his reluctance to part with the ball.