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Scott McTominay returns to training with Scotland ahead of World Cup opener

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Scott McTominay returns to training with Scotland ahead of World Cup opener

Summary

Scott McTominay has rejoined training with the Scotland squad in Foxborough, Massachusetts, after missing a session due to illness. The Napoli midfielder’s return is significant as Scotland prepares for their World Cup opener against Haiti on Saturday. Scotland is making its first World Cup appearance in 28 years and aims to reach the knockout stages for the first time. Defender Scott McKenna missed training due to a knock, raising concerns about his availability. The team will face five-time champions Brazil and 2022 semi-finalists Morocco in their group matches following the Haiti clash.

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Status Watch

•McTominay missed Thursday's training with an upset stomach.
•Scotland begins World Cup play against Haiti on Saturday.
•McKenna's availability for the Haiti match is uncertain.
•Scotland intends to progress beyond the group stage.
•The squad trained in Foxborough before flying to Boston.

Latest Updates

7:00 PMYahoo Sports — McTominay back in training with Scotland after World Cup scare
3:14 PMYahoo Sports — Scotland handed major World Cup boost as Scott McTominay returns to training after illness

What they're saying

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Scott McTominay has been seen back in training with the rest of his Scotland national team colleagues after a brief illness scare that put the Napoli midfielder at risk of missing his nation’s 2026 ...
— Yahoo Sports