Che Adams is an England-born striker who plays for Scotland and clubs in England and Europe, noted for pace and finishing.
Scotland's squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures includes James Penrice for the first time, with Kristi Montgomery retained. Napoli's Scott McTominay and Torino's Che Adams return after fitness, while Scott McKenna is sidelined by back strain. Pocognoli names an extended pool but sticks to four goalkeepers as Scotland chase points to secure a promotion play-off spot.
Scotland’s new manager Pocognoli has named his squad while stressing the need for continuity after four Nations League games. He returns McTominay and others, and says the team must translate first-camp improvements into results to secure Euro 2028 qualification.
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Scotland has reshaped its Nations League squad under new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli. Kristi Montgomery earns a first senior call-up after progressing through Blackburn Rovers’ ranks, joining a mix of recalled veterans and new faces as the team prepares for matches against Slovenia, Switzerland and North Macedonia.
Napoli’s Scott McTominay has sparked a comeback with two goals after returning from a benign arrhythmia procedure. Roma fight back to draw 3-3 at Napoli, with Balerdi equalising late for Roma. The result leaves Napoli in ninth, Roma in third, and intensifies the Serie A title race.