Kieron Bowie has put himself in the frame for a Scotland call-up after scoring a dramatic winner for Sassuolo against Juventus. The 23-year-old striker, who moved to Serie A, netted late on to secure a 3-2 victory and immediately set his sights on international recognition.
Sebastien Pocognoli, the new Scotland manager, names his squad this week for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. Bowie, a former Hibernian player, is hoping his recent form will catch the manager's eye. "I’m happy to have secured the three points," Bowie said. "I feel very tired after the game, because it was an emotionally charged match."
He has not set a firm target for the season but has a clear ambition. "I haven’t set a specific goal target, but I’d love to reach double figures here," he said. This was his second goal in two games against Juventus, having also scored for Hellas Verona in a 1-1 draw last season.
The national side sits third in their World Cup qualifying group. Their recent form shows three wins and two defeats from the last five, including a 3-0 loss to Brazil in June. The next challenge is an away trip to Slovenia on 26 September, a game you can preview on our fixtures page. The squad's attacking options are under scrutiny, with the team having scored just once in its last three competitive outings.
With a key Nations League batch of games approaching, Pocognoli is assessing his options. Bowie's match-winning impact in one of Europe's top leagues provides a compelling case for inclusion. His ability to perform in high-pressure situations, evidenced by the frantic finish against Juventus where three goals came after the 89th minute, is a valuable asset. Scotland's campaign continues with that trip to Slovenia, and fans can track the team's progress in the standings.
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