McBurnie and seven uncapped players named in Scotland squad
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Oli McBurnie makes his return to the Scotland squad after five years, joining seven uncapped players in new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli's first selection. McBurnie, who has 16 caps, is joined by defenders Luis Binks, Colby Donovan, and Luke Graham, as well as goalkeeper Jon McCracken, among others. The squad reflects a shift towards a younger group following the tenure of Pocognoli's predecessor, Steve Clarke. The team will open their Nations League B campaign against Slovenia on September 26 and face Switzerland three days later.
- •McBurnie last played for Scotland in 2021.
- •Seven uncapped players included in the squad.
- •Pocognoli's first matches as head coach are on September 26 and 29.
- •Graham and Ure receive their first senior call-ups.
- •The squad aims to rejuvenate after previous management.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Premier League star receives first Scotland call-up in five years
- 10:19 AMYahoo Sports — McBurnie & seven uncapped names in Scotland squad
"Oli McBurnie received his first Scotland call-up in five years alongside seven uncapped names in new coach Sebastien Pocognoli’s first selection.Ahead of the upcoming Nations League matches at the e...
"Hull City forward Oli McBurnie is called up to the Scotland squad for the first time in five years while seven uncapped make new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli's first selection.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 10:40 AMPremier League star receives first Scotland call-up in five years
Oli McBurnie received his first Scotland call-up in five years alongside seven uncapped names in new coach Sebastien Pocognoli’s first selection.Ahead of the upcoming Nations League matches at the e...
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 10:19 AMMcBurnie & seven uncapped names in Scotland squad
Hull City forward Oli McBurnie is called up to the Scotland squad for the first time in five years while seven uncapped make new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli's first selection.
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