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McTominay's Return: Can He Save Scotland?
13 Nov
Summary
- Scotland needs four points from final two games to reach playoffs.
- McTominay returns after heart surgery, scoring five goals for Napoli.
- North Macedonia is bottom of the group, yet to score under their coach.
Scotland faces a critical Nations League match against North Macedonia, needing a positive result to avoid potential relegation. Manager Sebastien Pocognoli's team has struggled, suffering home defeats that have left them third in Group B1. A victory or draw is essential to maintain hopes of reaching the promotion playoffs, as they trail the required points.
Adding a boost to the squad, Scott McTominay is set to play his first game under Pocognoli following recovery from minor heart surgery. McTominay has shown strong form since returning to club action, scoring five goals for Napoli in eight starts. Key players Che Adams and Kieran Tierney are also back, with a strong midfield contingent available.
Meanwhile, North Macedonia sits at the bottom of Group B1, without any points. Coach Goce Sedloski has yet to secure a win since taking charge in December, and his team has not scored a single goal under his management. Despite this, they could still avoid relegation by overtaking Scotland in the standings.
The match is available to watch for free in the UK on BBC iPlayer and in North Macedonia on MRT Play. For viewers outside these regions, VPN services can be used to access these streams.
