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International Football: Scott McTominay Shines, Scotland to Rebuild
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Scott McTominay continues to be the heartbeat of Scotland's resurgence, netting yet another goal in Lisbon as his incredible goal-scoring form for the national team shows no signs of slowing down. The 27-year-old headed in the opener, marking his 10th goal in his last 12 caps—a tally that no other Scotland player comes close to in that period.
McTominay's recent move from Manchester United to Napoli was a hot topic, with Erik ten Hag admitting he was reluctant to let the midfielder go. At Old Trafford, McTominay was often a puzzle for various managers, who deployed him in multiple roles with mixed success. Similarly, Scotland initially struggled to find his best position, using him as a right-sided centre-back just two years ago.
Fast forward to today, and McTominay is thriving in an advanced midfield role, transforming into Scotland's talisman. After
managing just one goal in his first 37 caps, he's now bagged 10 in his last 17 appearances, a remarkable turnaround. His performances have been nothing short of vital for Scotland, especially during this transitional period under Steve Clarke.
Former Scotland striker James McFadden praised McTominay on BBC Radio Scotland, highlighting his evolution: "He seems to relish playing in a Scotland jersey. He’s not a conventional number 10, but his athleticism, energy, and intelligence to get into good positions are key. His finishing is brilliant."
McTominay's move to Napoli seems to have boosted his confidence even further, and his role will be pivotal as Clarke continues to reshape the team ahead of next year’s World Cup qualifiers. As Scotland look to fix their defensive frailties, having a goal-scoring midfielder like McTominay will be crucial in their quest for improvement.