World Cup disappointment

Kieron Bowie was overlooked for Scotland's World Cup squad despite scoring for Hellas Verona, a team in Serie A relegation danger.

“I received a message from him saying that I'm not in the squad but these things happen and it's just about how you bounce back from it to be honest”

Scotland's Nations League win

Scotland beat North Macedonia 2-0 in Nations League, with Bowie scoring his first international goal.

“Bowie scored his first Scotland goal early in the win over North Macedonia”

Bowie's stats in match

Bowie had seven shots, four on target, five in the box, and eleven touches in the opposition box during the game.

Manager's new approach

Steve Clarke implemented a 3-4-1-2 formation with Bowie starting in an attacking line-up for the first time.

“Playing in a new 3-4-1-2, Bowie started the game up top with Oli McBurnie in an ultra-attacking line up set out by Sebastien Pocognoli”

Bowie's confidence

Bowie said the new manager's trust in him and the team's attacking style have helped him kick into another gear.

“I think the style that he wants to play definitely plays into my strengths”

Bowie's future

Bowie believes the longer international break and new coach will help him make his mark for Scotland.

“It's a lot longer international break, we spend a lot more time together so it's good for him to get his message across”