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McTominay expected fit for Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:37 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

McTominay expected fit for Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti

Summary

Kenny McLean expressed confidence that Scott McTominay will be available for Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti this Sunday at 02:00 BST. McTominay missed training on Thursday due to an upset stomach. McLean emphasized McTominay's importance to the team's success and highlighted the squad's strong preparation leading into the tournament. Scotland aims to advance past the group stage for the first time in 28 years.

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Status Watch

•Scott McTominay missed training due to an upset stomach.
•Kenny McLean believes McTominay will be fit for the match.
•Scotland plays Haiti on Sunday at 02:00 BST.
•The squad aims to make history by advancing from the group stage.
•Preparation for the tournament has been described as excellent.

Latest Updates

7:37 AMYahoo Sports — Why Scott McTominay has been kept away from Scotland squad ahead of World Cup opener
6:37 PMThe Guardian Sport — McTominay should be fit for Scotland’s World Cup opener despite stomach bug
5:31 PMYahoo Sports — McLean confident 'amazing' McTominay fit for opener

What they're saying

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Midfielder missed final training session before Haiti game ‘Hopefully that doesn’t spread,’ said Kenny McLean Scotland are confident Scott McTominay will be fit to face Haiti on Saturday despite the midfielder sitting out training on Thursday due to a stomach complaint. McTominay, widely considered Scotland’s most influential player, was a notable absentee as Steve Clarke put his players through their paces for a final time in North Carolina before departing for Boston. There, Scotland will play their first World Cup match in 28 years. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Ewan Murray in Charlotte

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Kenny McLean is confident "special" midfielder Scott McTominay will be fit for Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti on Sunday (02:00 BST). The Napoli talisman sat out training on Thursday with an upset stomach. "Mine is alright thankfully," fellow midfielder McLean said.
— Yahoo Sports