Sebastien Pocognoli has officially begun his tenure as the head coach of the Scotland national football team by announcing his first squad selection. The most notable inclusion is forward Oli McBurnie, who returns to the international setup for the first time in five years.

In addition to McBurnie’s return, the squad features seven players who are receiving their first-ever call-ups to the senior team. This selection marks a significant shift in personnel as Pocognoli looks to establish his vision for the team. While the announcement highlights a blend of experienced players and new talent, the specific identities of the seven uncapped players were not detailed in the initial report. The move to bring back McBurnie suggests the new coaching staff is looking to utilize established players who have been absent from the international stage for an extended period, while simultaneously testing younger or less experienced talent to build depth for upcoming fixtures.