ST MIRREN'S Paisley 2021 Stadium will be the venue for Scotland's opening European Under-21 Championship qualifier against the Netherlands. 

Scot Gemmill's side begin their campaign on Tuesday 5 September, with a kick-off time yet to be confirmed. 

Scotland then face a double-header against England and Latvia in October before later ties against Ukraine and Andorra as they bid to reach the finals in Italy in two years' time. 

The nine group winners will book a spot at the tournament, while the four best runners-up will be rewarded with play-off spots.

Gemmill's side will go into the qualifiers in high spirits after securing a third-place finish at this summer's Toulon Tournament, beating Brazil, Indonesia and Czech Republic. 

Every player from the Toulon squad will be available for selection during the Under-21 qualifying process. 

Gemmill said: “We’re really looking forward to the start of the qualification campaign and the Netherlands will provide us with a great challenge in our opening match.

“We have played matches at the Paisley 2021 Stadium in recent times and it’s a fantastic venue with a great pitch and facilities.

“I remember Scotland Under-21s played the Netherlands in Paisley back in 2012 and nearly 7000 supporters packed out the stadium – the atmosphere was incredible.

“I hope we can attract similar numbers in September to cheer on the team and help get us off to a good start in the group.”