As the international break concludes, Scotland manager Sébastien Pocognoli is looking ahead to future fixtures and the tactical challenge of reintegrating Scott McTominay. McTominay, who recently moved to Napoli, missed the latest set of Nations League matches to undergo a heart procedure. His absence has prompted discussions regarding his optimal role within the current squad structure.

During the recent scoreless draw against Slovenia, Pocognoli utilized Billy Gilmour and Lewis Ferguson in the central midfield positions. While the manager acknowledged McTominay’s versatility and high footballing intelligence, he stopped short of confirming a specific role for the player upon his return. Pocognoli noted that McTominay’s ability to read the game allows him to operate in various positions, leaving the final tactical setup open to change. The team’s performance in Slovenia provided some positive takeaways, but the specific configuration of the midfield remains a point of ongoing development for the coaching staff as they prepare for upcoming international windows.