Scotland have been the latet squad to name their 26-man squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as they play in the competition for the first time since 1998.
Steve Clarke has named an experienced squad packed with talent as Scotland attempt to upset the odds and reach the knockout stages for the first time in their history.
Expectations are fairly tempered ahead of the World Cup but Clarke has called several high-profile players up to his squad including Liverpool’s Andy Robertson, John McGinn of Aston Villa and, of course, Scott McTominay of Napoli.
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Scotland World Cup 2026 squad
| Squad number | Player | Position | Domestic club | International caps | International goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Craig Gordon | GK | Hearts (Scotland) | 83 | 0 |
| 1 | Angus Gunn | GK | Nottingham Forest (England) | 21 | 0 |
| 12 | Liam Kelly | GK | Rangers (Scotland) | 2 | 0 |
| 3 | Andy Robertson | DF | Liverpool (England) | 92 | 4 |
| 5 | Grant Hanley | DF | Hibernian (Scotland) | 66 | 2 |
| 6 | Kieran Tierney | DF | Celtic (Scotland) | 55 | 2 |
| 26 | Scott McKenna | DF | Dinamo Zagreb (Croatia) | 49 | 1 |
| 13 | Jack Hendry | DF | Al-Ettifaq (Saudi Arabia) | 37 | 3 |
| 22 | Nathan Patterson | DF | Everton (England) | 25 | 1 |
| 24 | Anthony Ralston | DF | Celtic (Scotland) | 25 | 1 |
| 15 | John Souttar | DF | Rangers (Scotland) | 22 | 2 |
| 2 | Aaron Hickey | DF | Brentford (England) | 19 | 0 |
| 16 | Dominic Hyam | DF | Wrexham (England) | 2 | 0 |
| 7 | John McGinn | MF | Aston Villa (England) | 85 | 20 |
| 4 | Scott McTominay | MF | Napoli (Italy) | 69 | 14 |
| 11 | Ryan Christie | MF | Bournemouth (England) | 66 | 9 |
| 23 | Kenny McLean | MF | Norwich City (England) | 56 | 3 |
| 19 | Lewis Ferguson | MF | Bologna (Italy) | 23 | 1 |
| 17 | Ben Gannon-Doak | MF | Bournemouth (England) | 12 | 1 |
| 25 | Findlay Curtis | MF | Kilmarnock (Scotland) | 1 | 0 |
| 8 | Tyler Fletcher | MF | Manchester United (England) | 1 | 0 |
| 9 | Lyndon Dykes | FW | Charlton Athletic (England) | 50 | 10 |
| 10 | Che Adams | FW | Torino (Italy) | 46 | 11 |
| 20 | Lawrence Shankland | FW | Hearts (Scotland) | 18 | 4 |
| 18 | George Hirst | FW | Ipswich Town (England) | 8 | 1 |
| 14 | Ross Stewart | FW | Southampton (England) | 2 | 0 |
The goalkeeping department is anchored by the experienced Craig Gordon, whose leadership and shot-stopping abilities remain crucial. Angus Gunn and Liam Kelly provide solid alternatives. In defence, captain Andy Robertson of Liverpool is a pivotal figure, offering both defensive solidity and attacking impetus from the left flank. Grant Hanley and Kieran Tierney bring further Premier League and European experience, while younger defenders like Nathan Patterson and Aaron Hickey (who has been recovering from injury but is expected to be fit) add pace and modern full-back attributes.
The midfield is arguably Scotland’s strongest area, featuring the dynamic duo of John McGinn and Scott McTominay. McGinn’s tireless work rate, goal threat, and leadership are vital, while McTominay, now at Napoli, provides a powerful presence, box-to-box energy, and a knack for crucial goals. Ryan Christie and Kenny McLean offer creativity and control, with Billy Gilmour and Lewis Ferguson representing the future of the midfield, capable of dictating play and breaking up opposition attacks. The inclusion of Ben Gannon-Doak and Findlay Curtis highlights Clarke’s commitment to integrating youth.
Upfront, Lyndon Dykes and Che Adams lead the line, known for their physical presence and ability to hold up the ball, creating opportunities for others. Lawrence Shankland, George Hirst, and Ross Stewart offer different attacking profiles, providing Clarke with tactical flexibility.
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Three players to look out for this summer
Scott McTominay (Napoli)
Scott McTominay is poised to be a pivotal figure for Scotland at the 2026 World Cup. Having been named EE Scotland Men’s Player of the Year for 2025, his influence is undeniable. For Napoli in the 2025-26 season, he has demonstrated significant attacking prowess, bagging 13 goals and three assists in 40 appearances. This goal-scoring form, coupled with his reputation as a national team talisman who scored a stunning bicycle kick, will be crucial for Scotland, who dramatically qualified for the tournament . His ability to contribute offensively from midfield could provide the cutting edge required for Steve Clarke’s side to make an impact on the global stage.
John McGinn (Aston Villa)
John McGinn will be a vital cog in Scotland’s 2026 World Cup campaign. His leadership and midfield dynamism are crucial for Steve Clarke’s side. In the 2025-26 season, McGinn has shown his attacking threat, contributing four goals and three assists in 27 appearances for Aston Villa, alongside five goals and an assist in 11 Uefa Europa League matches. For the national team, he boasts an impressive record of 20 goals in 85 caps, making him Scotland’s fifth-highest goalscorer. His ability to drive forward, create chances, and score from midfield will be instrumental in Scotland’s pursuit of success on the world stage.
Lawrence Shankland (Hearts)
Lawrence Shankland’s prolific goal-scoring ability positions him as a key asset for Scotland at the upcoming World Cup. Fresh from a sensational domestic season, he has notched 16 goals and three assists in 29 Premiership appearances for Hearts in 2025-26. This consistent form earned him a place in Steve Clarke’s squad. While his international record stands at four goals from 18 caps, his proven knack for finding the back of the net could provide the crucial attacking edge Scotland needs. Shankland’s predatory instincts and clinical finishing will be vital if Scotland are to progress in the tournament.
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