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Tyler Fletcher, son of 80-times capped Scotland midfielder Darren, is following in his father's footsteps. Manchester United's Tyler Fletcher, son of former Scotland captain Darren Fletcher, has been called up to the Scotland Under-21 squad for the first time. The 18-year-old has been selected by Scot Gemmill for the European Championship qualifiers against Czech Republic and Portugal. Fletcher made his first-team debut for United as a late substitute in last month's league victory over Tottenham and has been on the first team bench a further nine times since Boxing Day. Manchester-born Fletcher represented England at under-16 level but has since gone on to play for Scotland at under-16, under-17 and under-19 levels. Tyler Fletcher (left) and twin Jack have taken different paths in international football. His twin Jack, also a midfielder with United, played briefly for Scotland at Under-16 level but has been with England youth sides since. The brothers played against each other in November during a Under-19s European Championship qualifier. In July 2023, the pair signed for United from direct rivals Manchester City for a reported combined fee of £1. 25m. Fletcher senior, capped 80 times, is the under-18 coach at Old Trafford and had a two-game stint as caretaker head coach between the departure of Ruben Amorim and the interim appointment of Michael Carrick. Of the current national senior squad, Lewis Ferguson, Angus Gunn and Lennon Miller have fathers who played for Scotland. Aberdeen defender Mitchel Frame has also been given a first under-21 call-up ahead of meetings with Czech Republic at Dens Park on March 27 and Portugal in Estoril four days later. Goalkeepers: Woody Williamson (Ipswich Town), Liam Mc Farlane (Heart of Midlothian - on loan to Alloa Athletic), Ruairidh Adams (Dundee United - on loan to East Fife). Defenders: Dylan Lobban, Mitchel Frame (both Aberdeen), Colby Donovan (Celtic), Luke Graham (Dundee), Sam Cleall-Harding (Dundee United), Jeremiah Chilokoa-Mullen (Dunfermline Athletic), Connor Allan (Falkirk), Matthew Anderson (KV Kortrijk). Midfielders: Kristi Montgomery (Blackburn Rovers), Kyle Ure (Celtic - on loan to Ayr United), David Watson (Kilmarnock), Tyler Fletcher (Manchester United), Cameron Bragg (Southampton). Forwards: Ryan One (Sheffield United - on loan to Lincoln City), Andrew Tod (Dunfermline Athletic), Barney Stewart (Falkirk), James Wilson (Heart of Midlothian - on loan to Tottenham Hotspur), Robbie Ure (IK Sirius), Dire Mebude (Caykur Rizespor), Emilio Lawrence (Manchester City - on loan to Luton Town). Fifa appears to rule out moving Iran's matches to Mexico Chelsea's cheating - was a fine too lenient? Van de Ven - 'The biggest nonsense' that Spurs players aren't committed A missing person case forces DS Fia Lucey back to Blackwater Graham Norton shares his award show memories Gripping award‑winning crime drama Actor Siobhán Mc Sweeney shares her favourite travel destination 'Aberdeen savour the most perfect game ever played' How Mc Tominay became a Napoli icon after Man Utd exit Scotland men's internationals to be shown live on BBC Commonwealth Games: Why is it so special to be part of Team Scotland? From titles to tinpottery - rank Scotland's top 10 clubs Chelsea's cheating - was a fine too lenient? Inside NSB - the state school at the top of English rugby union 'Looking like the Hamilton of old' and potential rule changes - F1 Q&A From Bodo to Brentford - ranking this season's biggest overachievers 'Haaland of rugby' - how Bielle-Biarrey has stormed stage How Chelsea signed a star team with hidden payments Who makes BBC pundits' Six Nations team of the tournament? Video Who makes BBC pundits' Six Nations team of the tournament? Another compelling Players - but why is it unlikely to ever be a major? Six talking points from final round of Six Nations Norrie replaces Draper as British number one - but for how long? Spurs answer Tudor's call with show of fight in the face of crisis Aberg & Fitzpatrick falter as Young becomes Players champion. Video Aberg & Fitzpatrick falter as Young becomes Players champion Have Old Firm wrestled title momentum away from Hearts? A finale worthy of the greatest Six Nations in history Why GB are 'positive' despite just one medal at Winter Paralympics What next for Dowman - how do you look after a precious talent? Should the Winter Paralympics be moved? Brentford, the World Cup and an itch to return to Gaelic football Copyright © 2026 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.