Biography
Who is Scott McTominay?
Early life and background
Scott Francis McTominay was born on December 8, 1996, in Lancaster, United Kingdom. He grew up in Lancashire, England, and qualified to play for the Scotland national team through his father. He joined the Manchester United academy at a young age after attending the club development centre located in Preston. During his youth development days, he initially played as a central midfielder before moving into an attacking role due to a lack of available centre forwards in the reserve squad. He signed his first professional contract with Manchester United in July 2013.
Manchester United career
Scott McTominay made his senior debut for Manchester United in May 2017 during a Premier League match against Crystal Palace. Over the following seasons, he became a regular fixture in the squad and made more than 250 appearances for the club. He scored well-known goals in both domestic and European competitions, including a memorable strike against Manchester City in March 2020 and a double against Leeds United in December 2020. He also captained the team on several occasions, including an FA Cup match against Watford in January 2021 and a Premier League game against Liverpool in December 2023.
Napoli transfer and success
In August 2024, Scott McTominay transferred from Manchester United to the Serie A club Napoli in a deal reportedly worth twenty-five million seven hundred thousand pounds. He made an immediate impact in Italian football, scoring his first Coppa Italia goal against Palermo in September 2024 and his first Serie A goal against Como in October 2024. His performances quickly made him a popular figure among supporters in Naples, who gave him the nickname McFratm.
International career
Scott McTominay made his senior international debut for the Scotland men's national football team in March 2018. He has since earned more than 70 caps for his country in international competition. He has represented Scotland at major international tournaments, including Euro 2020, Euro 2024, and the 2026 World Cup, serving as a key player in the national squad's midfield.
Birthday and age
Scott McTominay was born on December 8, 1996, which makes Scott 29 years old today. That birthday falls under the Sagittarius sign. Scott shares the date with 60 other famous people.
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