Scotland squad selection challenges

Pocognoli faces tough choices as Scotland prepare for Nations League games.

Nov 2, 2026

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Scotland squad selection challenges

Pocognoli faces tough choices as Scotland prepare for Nations League games.

In brief

Pocognoli faces tough choices as Scotland prepare for Nations League games. Sebastien Pocognoli must select Scotland's second squad after back-to-back Nations League losses, with key players like McTominay and Adams potentially returning. Originally reported by BBC Sport.

Pocognoli's second squad deadline

Sebastien Pocognoli prepares to name Scotland's second squad after back-to-back Nations League home defeats.

Promotion play-off stakes

Scotland needs at least four points from home matches against North Macedonia and Switzerland to finish second in League B1.

Slovenia's impact on promotion

Slovenia's impact on promotion

Scotland must hope Slovenia loses to both North Macedonia and Switzerland to secure promotion play-off spots.

McTominay's return

Scott McTominay, who scored two doubles for Napoli after minor heart surgery, is likely to return to the squad.

Billy Gilmour's status

Billy Gilmour has become an automatic choice under Pocognoli after scoring in his return from injury.

Midfield competition

Midfield competition

Kenny McLean, who missed the last squad due to injury, is a doubt for Tuesday's match against Derby County.

Scott McKenna's absence

Scott McKenna has been ruled out for two weeks by Dinamo Zagreb after missing their last two games.

Goalkeeper situation

Scott Bain's recent heroics against Celtic make him a strong candidate despite Angus Gunn's recent form.

Che Adams' potential return

Che Adams, who scored two goals in four games for Torino, may return to the Scotland squad.

Here's the gist

Sebastien Pocognoli must select Scotland's second squad after back-to-back Nations League losses, with key players like McTominay and Adams potentially returning.

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