The former national team manager would love to see George Burley's men securing at least a point from the clash in Amsterdam.

But he insists maximum points from Wednesday's game against Iceland at Hampden is far more important as the Scots attempt to bolster their chances of at least claiming the runners-up spot.

"This game is important but not of vital importance," said Brown.

"We don't really expect to get points in the away fixture in Holland.

"It would not be a disaster to lose as long as we pick up the home points against Iceland on Wednesday.

"That is a more critical one in terms of at least getting second place and getting into the play-off position."

The last meeting between the two nations ended in a 6-0 defeat for Scotland but Brown has ruled out a repeat of that thrashing this time around.

He said: "I think that was a one-off situation. Everything happened correctly for the Dutch and it all went wrong for Scotland.

"The last two times I was involved with the Scottish team as manager and we played Holland, they failed to score.

"They are not invincible, they are only human. It's 11 against 11.

"Scottish teams are always up for the battle, particularly when they are written off. They are a bit written off at the moment which I think is harsh.

"I think we will get a very good performance from Scotland and, if we get a point from the game in Holland, it would be terrific with the home game against Iceland on Wednesday."

However, Brown admits to having some sympathy for Burley after once again suffering a whole host of call-offs.

Stephen McManus, David Weir, Kirk Broadfoot, Paul Hartley and Kris Commons have all been forced to withdraw from the squad for the clash with the Dutch, while talismanic striker James McFadden also remains on the sidelines.

"It's a horrendous injury list and we are not a big enough nation to cope," Brown told Sky Sports News.