European Football · Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Pocognoli banking on smiling Gilmour for 2026 World Cup
The new Scotland manager wants his midfielder to play with confidence to turn things around ahead of the American World Cup.
By Editorial team
Sébastien Pocognoli has taken the helm of Scotland's national team and sees Billy Gilmour as a cornerstone piece for the 2026 World Cup. The Napoli midfielder, absent from the last World Cup due to injury, impressed during the goalless draw against Slovenia in the Nations League. Pocognoli is asking his players to secure regular playing time at club level to sharpen their form. Scotland hopes to erase past disappointments in this way.