Scotland's World Cup squad has been boosted by the inclusion of Findlay Curtis, who has risen to prominence after a successful loan spell at Kilmarnock.
What happened?
Curtis was not in Scotland Under-21s' squad for matches against Gibraltar and Bulgaria at the back end of last year. However, his performances at Kilmarnock have caught the eye of Scotland head coach Steve Clarke.
Why it matters for Scotland
Curtis' rise is a significant boost for Scotland, who will face Haiti, Morocco, and Brazil in Group C. The 19-year-old has scored five goals in 14 appearances for Kilmarnock, including four in his final five outings.
What comes next?
Curtis will join the Scotland squad for the World Cup in the United States, where they will face tough opposition. His inclusion is a testament to his hard work and dedication, and he will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage. | Stat | Value | | Age | 19 | | Goals for Kilmarnock | 5 | | Appearances for Kilmarnock | 14 |
Curtis' loan spell at Kilmarnock has been a resounding success, with the player shouldering a large share of the responsibility in a relegation dogfight. He has outscored Rangers forwards Ryan Nederi, Oliver Antman, and Andreas Skov Olsen during his time with Kilmarnock. Former Rangers and Hearts midfielder Andy Halliday has praised Curtis' decision to go out on loan and gain first-team experience. Curtis' place in the Scotland squad is not a total surprise, given he was named in Clarke's previous squad and made his debut against Japan in March. However, his rise is a stunning one nonetheless, and he will be looking to make the most of his opportunity at the World Cup.
