Colby Donovan earns first Scotland call-up following Celtic breakthrough
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Colby Donovan has received his first senior call-up to the Scotland national team after a strong showing at Celtic. The announcement came from new Scotland manager Sébastien Pocognoli, who included Donovan in a revamped squad. The Celtic defender has made 37 senior appearances, including ten this season, contributing four assists. Donovan's progress has been particularly notable following Alistair Johnston's injury, during which he demonstrated quality performances on the pitch. Despite a recent 3-0 loss to Rangers, Donovan was recognized for his encouraging play in that match.
- •Colby Donovan has been called up to the Scotland national squad.
- •He has made 37 senior appearances for Celtic, four of which are assists.
- •His performances increased after Alistair Johnston’s injury.
- •Donovan was recognized for his play despite Celtic's 3-0 defeat to Rangers.
- •The announcement was made by new manager Sébastien Pocognoli.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Colby Donovan’s Celtic breakthrough earns Scotland call up
"Colby Donovan’s rapid rise at Celtic has been rewarded with a first call-up to the senior Scotland squad. In the announcement earlier on Tuesday, Sébastien Pocognoli confirmed a place for the Celti...
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