GOLAZONEWSScott McTominay reveals heart procedure before World Cup
- Scott McTominay received heart treatment days before Scotland's tournament opener.
- The midfielder previously missed training due to a reported stomach issue.
- Sebastien Pocognoli identifies McTominay as a key leader in the Scotland squad.
Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay has disclosed that he was sedated in a hospital to receive a shock to his heart just 48 hours before Scotland’s World Cup opener against Haiti in June. At the time, his absence from national team training was publicly attributed to a stomach complaint.
It was later revealed in August that the player required surgery to address an irregular heartbeat. That procedure took place the following month, resulting in McTominay missing the start of Scotland's campaign.
Despite these medical challenges, Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli has welcomed the midfielder back into the fold. Pocognoli described McTominay as one of the fantastic leaders who influenced his decision to take the head coach role and intends to rely on a leadership group of five players to guide the squad.