Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Scott McTominay

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Scott McTominay made an impact.

Scott McTominay is a professional footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for Serie A club Napoli and represents the Scotland national team. He is a midfielder, known for his contributions to both club and country. McTominay's career is centered around professional soccer.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1984: Goals against Cyprus and Spain

In March 2023, McTominay scored two late goals in a 3-0 win over Cyprus and a brace in a 2-0 win over Spain, his country's first win against that opponent since 1984.

July 2013: Signed First Professional Contract

In July 2013, McTominay signed his first professional contract.

2013: Under-18s Appearances

In 2013, McTominay made appearances for the Under-18s, struggling due to his size.

2015: Under-18s Appearances

In 2015, McTominay made appearances for the Under-18s, struggling due to his size.

2015: Struggles in Under-19s and Under-21s

In 2015, McTominay struggled during the 2015–16 season, making 11 appearances across the Under-19s and Under-21s.

April 2017: Named on Substitutes Bench

On April 30, 2017, McTominay was named on the substitutes bench for a Premier League match against Swansea City.

May 2017: Senior Debut for Manchester United

In May 2017, Scott McTominay made his senior debut for Manchester United.

July 2017: Pre-Season Tour and First Senior Goal

In July 2017, McTominay was named in Manchester United's pre-season tour party and scored his first senior goal against Vålerenga on July 30, 2017.

September 2017: First Appearance in EFL Cup

In September 2017, McTominay made his first appearance of the season against Burton Albion in the EFL Cup on September 20, 2017.

November 2017: Focus on Manchester United

In November 2017, McTominay expressed his desire to focus on securing a place in the Manchester United first team to the Scottish Football Association performance director Malky Mackay.

February 2018: Mourinho Suggests Scotland Selection

In February 2018, José Mourinho suggested that Scotland manager Alex McLeish should select McTominay for the national team.

March 2018: Senior International Debut

In March 2018, McTominay made his senior international debut for Scotland.

September 2018: Competitive Appearance for Scotland

In September 2018, McTominay made his first competitive appearance for Scotland as a substitute in a 2–0 win against Albania.

January 2019: Contract Extension

In January 2019, McTominay signed a contract extension with Manchester United, keeping him at the club until 2023.

April 2019: First Competitive Goal for United

On April 2, 2019, McTominay scored his first competitive goal for Manchester United in a 2–1 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers.

September 2019: First Goal at Old Trafford

On September 30, 2019, McTominay scored his first goal at Old Trafford in a 1–1 draw against Arsenal.

February 2020: First European Goal and League Double

In February 2020, McTominay scored his first European goal in the UEFA Europa League against Club Brugge and contributed to United's league double over Manchester City.

June 2020: New Contract with Manchester United

On June 23, 2020, McTominay signed a new contract with Manchester United, extending his stay at the club until June 2025.

September 2020: First Goal of the Season

In September 2020, McTominay scored his first goal of the season in a 3–0 win against Brighton & Hove Albion in the EFL Cup.

September 2020: Used as Centre-Back

In September 2020, McTominay was utilized as a centre-back in a three-man defense for the international games.

October 2020: Continued Role as Centre-Back

In October 2020, McTominay continued his role as a centre-back during the international games.

December 2020: First League Goals of the Season

On December 20, 2020, McTominay scored his first league goals of the season, scoring a brace inside 3 minutes in a 6–2 home win against Leeds United.

2020: Euro 2020 Representation

In 2020, McTominay represented Scotland at Euro 2020.

January 2021: Stand-In Captain and FA Cup Goal

On January 9, 2021, McTominay captained the side in the FA Cup game against Watford and scored the only goal of the game.

February 2021: Goals Against Southampton and Everton

In February 2021, McTominay scored in Manchester United's 9-0 win against Southampton and followed this up with a goal against Everton.

June 2021: Contract Until 2021

In October 2017, McTominay signed a new contract with United, keeping him at the club until June 2021, with an option to extend for a further year.

October 2021: First International Goal

On October 9, 2021, McTominay scored his first international goal, an injury-time winner against Israel in a 2022 World Cup qualifier.

December 2021: First Goal of the Season

On December 30, 2021, McTominay scored his first goal of the season in a 3–1 win over Burnley.

2021: Goal Against Aston Villa

On January 10, 2022, McTominay scored a goal against Aston Villa to help Manchester United advance into the fourth round of the 2021–22 FA Cup.

January 2022: Goal Against Aston Villa

On January 10, 2022, McTominay scored a goal against Aston Villa to help Manchester United advance into the fourth round of the 2021–22 FA Cup.

2022: First International Goal

On October 9, 2021, McTominay scored his first international goal, an injury-time winner against Israel in a 2022 World Cup qualifier.

February 2023: First Senior Trophy Win

On February 26, 2023, McTominay won his first senior trophy, appearing as a substitute in the second half of the 2023 EFL Cup final against Newcastle United.

March 2023: Goals against Cyprus and Spain

In March 2023, McTominay scored two late goals in a 3-0 win over Cyprus and a brace in a 2-0 win over Spain.

June 2023: Goal Against Georgia

In June 2023, McTominay scored his fifth goal of the qualifying group during a 2-0 win against Georgia.

October 2023: Comeback Win Against Brentford

On October 7, 2023, McTominay scored twice in stoppage time to give United a 2-1 comeback win against Brentford.

2023: Contract until 2023

In January 2019, McTominay signed a contract extension, keeping him at United until 2023, with the option of another year.

February 2024: Winning Goal Against Aston Villa

On February 11, 2024, McTominay scored the winning goal in a 2–1 away win against Aston Villa at Villa Park.

March 2024: Goal and Assist Against Liverpool

On March 17, 2024, McTominay scored the opening goal and assisted an extra-time equaliser in a 4–3 win against Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals.

June 2024: UEFA Euro 2024 Finals

In June 2024, McTominay was named in Scotland's squad for the UEFA Euro 2024 finals, marked his 50th international appearance, and scored against Switzerland.