Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 to mark a winning return to the World Cup

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 14 Jun 2026 A scrappy finish by John McGinn allowed Scotland to mark their return to the World Cup after a 28-year absence with a nervy 1-0 win over outsiders Haiti. Aston Villa captain McGinn fired in with the aid of a deflection just before the half-hour mark at the Gillette Stadium just outside Boston, which was filled to its 64,000 capacity with a majority of Scottish fans. They have travelled to the United States in large numbers to follow Scotland’s first World Cup campaign since 1998 and were able to celebrate a rare victory at the tournament as they go top of Group C. It is Scotland’s first win at a World Cup since a 2-1 defeat of Sweden in Italy in 1990, and their first victory at any major tournament in 30 years, since Euro 96. Steve Clarke’s team are bidding to make history by reaching the knockout stages, something Scotland have never done at the World Cup. They had to hang on grimly at the end, but the victory puts them on course to get to the last 32, especially as t...

Scott McTominay highlights Why Napoli are at a different level than Manchester United

Scott McTominay, now at Napoli after his long stint with Manchester United, has opened up about his transition to life in Serie A and the differences he's observed between his time in England and Italy.

After spending nearly 20 years at Old Trafford, the Scottish international made a £25 million summer switch to Napoli following reduced playing time under Erik ten Hag.

Under previous managers like Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, McTominay was a regular starter, but Ten Hag's system limited his role. Napoli's new manager, Antonio Conte, saw an opportunity to bring the 27-year-old into his squad, and McTominay has thrived since his arrival. He's been integral in Napoli's unbeaten start to the season, featuring prominently in three wins and a draw against Juventus. His impact has been immediate, with an assist in a win over Monza and a goal in a 5-0 Coppa Italia rout against Palermo.

Speaking with Radio CRC, McTominay reflected on the differences between playing in the Premier League and Serie A. He highlighted the tactical complexity of Italian football, noting that "there's much more tactical work that you need to understand" compared to the Premier League, where the physical aspect often took precedence. "In Serie A, it's about tactical nuances and understanding your role," McTominay said. He also praised Conte's tactical approach, which allows for fluidity and adaptability on the field, helping him to thrive in multiple roles.

Conte's trust in McTominay has helped him regain confidence, as the midfielder now regularly features in Napoli's starting lineup-a far cry from his limited appearances at Manchester United in the final months. McTominay also emphasized how comfortable he feels under Conte's system, which has unlocked his full potential in the early part of Napoli's campaign. As the Serie A season progresses, McTominay's resurgence under Conte suggests that he has successfully adapted to the demands of Italian football.


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