Midfielders Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour are preparing for Scotland's upcoming World Cup campaign. The Napoli pair intend to help the national team progress beyond the group stages for the first time in its history. Scotland has failed to reach the knockout rounds in eight previous tournament appearances, according to Sky Sports.
McTominay stated that the squad aims to take each match as it comes after reaching the initial goal of qualification. The former Manchester United player moved to Italy alongside Gilmour during the summer transfer window in 2024. Both players have become regular starters for Napoli in Serie A, per reports from The Guardian.
National manager Steve Clarke is expected to name his final squad for the tournament in the coming weeks. The Scots will face competition from several high-ranking nations as they seek to improve upon their previous tournament records. Gilmour noted that the team remains focused on its objective of making history for the supporters, per the Scottish FA.
