Teale gets Scotland call

McCulloch meanwhile has shown terrific determination to return from a double hernia operation in time for the club's Carling Cup Final meeting with Manchester United. He has also earned himself a place in Walter Smith's squad.

Scotland boss Smith said of Teale: "He's been playing regularly in a successful Wigan side. I've been down to see him a couple of times and he has been doing exceptionally well."

Scotland are set to play Switzerland in early March.