European Football · Friday, September 11, 2026
Scotland: McBurnie absent from 2026 World Cup
Manager Steve Clarke did not select the Hull striker for the World Cup, a decision contested after his impressive Premier League debut.
By Editorial team
Oli McBurnie, centre-forward for Hull City, is currently playing his hundredth Premier League match with encouraging performances. Although he has not yet scored this season, he impresses with his defensive commitment and team play. Scottish manager Steve Clarke nevertheless chose to leave him out of the 2026 World Cup squad in the United States, Canada and Mexico. This omission raises questions within the national team.