Scott McTominay, Scotland and Napoli
10 November 2026
Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay revealed that doctors corrected an irregular heartbeat just two days before his country’s opening match against Haiti at the 2026 World Cup. The Napoli player has since undergone an ablation procedure and returned to international duty.
McTominay said he was sedated for treatment before receiving clearance to play against Haiti, Morocco and Brazil. Continuing heart rhythm problems later led to corrective treatment in Manchester, keeping him out of Scotland’s earlier Nations League fixtures. He now says he feels substantially better.
Why It Matters
McTominay’s account reveals a previously undisclosed medical issue and confirms his return to Scotland’s squad after treatment.
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