Scotland World Cup squad: McTominay, Gilmour key, big returns | OneFootball

Scotland prepares for the next FIFA World Cup qualifying window, with two decisive away matches against Denmark and Belarus scheduled for early next month.

Scotland, World Cup call-ups: McTominay and Gilmour as key players, important returns among young and experienced players

Head coach Steve Clarke has announced the official squad list, which includes confirmations of veterans, important returns, and new opportunities for young talents.

Returns and new developments among key players

Among the most anticipated recoveries is Aaron Hickey (Brentford), absent since October 2023 due to physical issues. In attack, Ben Gannon Doak (Bournemouth) and Lyndon Dykes (Birmingham City) return after missing the last two windows. In midfield, Ryan Christie (Bournemouth) and Kenny McLean (Norwich) make their return, while among the goalkeepers, the "starting line" is restored with Zander Clark (Hearts), Angus Gunn (Nottingham Forest), and Liam Kelly (Rangers).

Clarke continues to rely on the national team's pillars: Andy Robertson (Liverpool), Scott McTominay (Napoli), and Billy Gilmour (Napoli) remain crucial pieces in pursuing the World Cup qualification goal.

Focus on young talents

The Scottish coach also focuses on emerging young players. Among them stands out Lennon Miller (Udinese), who turns 19 today and receives a new call-up after impressing in summer appearances. Also confirmed is Kieron Bowie (Hibernian), already a debutant last June, ready to prove himself in these international challenges.

Complete squad list

Goalkeepers: Zander Clark (Hearts), Angus Gunn (Nottingham Forest), Liam Kelly (Rangers) Defenders: Grant Hanley (Hibernian), Jack Hendry (Al-Ettifaq), Aaron Hickey (Brentford), Dom Hyam (Blackburn Rovers), Max Johnston (Sturm Graz), Scott McKenna (Dinamo Zagreb), Anthony Ralston (Celtic), Andy Robertson (Liverpool), John Souttar (Rangers), Kieran Tierney (Celtic) Midfielders: Ryan Christie (Bournemouth), Lewis Ferguson (Bologna), Ben Gannon Doak (Bournemouth), Billy Gilmour (Napoli), John McGinn (Aston Villa), Kenny McLean (Norwich City), Scott McTominay (Napoli), Lennon Miller (Udinese) Forwards: Che Adams (Torino), Kieron Bowie (Hibernian), Lyndon Dykes (Birmingham City), George Hirst (Ipswich Town)

World Cup Goal

With a combination of established experience and promising young players, Scotland seeks to secure a return to the world's top competition. The upcoming commitments will be crucial to test the players' form and define the hierarchies in view of qualification.

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