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McTominay's absence reshapes Scotland's midfield plans
Scotland's new coach Pocognoli navigates midfield uncertainty as McTominay recovers from heart surgery
In brief
Scotland's new coach Pocognoli navigates midfield uncertainty as McTominay recovers from heart surgery Pocognoli will test McTominay's return with flexible tactics after his absence in Nations League opener Originally reported by the Guardian.
McTominay's heart surgery
Scott McTominay missed Scotland's Nations League opener after minor heart surgery
Pocognoli's midfield strategy
Pocognoli uses Billy Gilmour and Lewis Ferguson as central midfielders with John McGinn ahead
McTominay's return timeline
McTominay expected to return to Scotland in November after heart surgery
Pocognoli's midfield flexibility
Pocognoli says McTominay can play multiple positions but needs time to adjust
“He can play in many positions. He is a top player so he can read the game.”
Ben Gannon-Doak's role
Pocognoli plans to integrate Ben Gannon-Doak as a winger despite limited club game time
Oli McBurnie's impact
Oli McBurnie shows strong attitude after 17-game scoring drought with Scotland
“He played a good game. In the first half when it was difficult ... but in that moment you give up or you stick together to fight for the team.”
Here's the gist
Pocognoli will test McTominay's return with flexible tactics after his absence in Nations League opener
