Teenage winger Findlay Curtis has secured a place in Scotland’s squad for the 2026 World Cup, becoming the nation’s youngest ever qualifier. After a barren spell at Rangers, he joined struggling Kilmarnock on loan in January, where manager Neil McCann gave him regular minutes. Curtis responded with five goals in 14 games, four arriving in his final five outings as the Ayrshire side dodged relegation.

Under McCann and former Rangers coach Billy Dodds, Curtis also supplied an assist and displayed composure beyond his years, shouldering pressure in a relegation dog‑fight. His pace and directness filled a void Scotland has missed, especially with Ben Gannon‑Doak sidelined. Scotland boss Steve Clarke praised the loan move, noting that regular first‑team action was essential for the teenager’s development.

Clarke’s decision to retain Curtis paid off; the winger earned his first senior cap against Japan in March and now joins a Scotland roster that includes several familiar faces. His five‑goal haul outscored Rangers forwards Ryan Nederi, Oliver Antman and Andreas Skov Olsen during the same spell. Findlay Curtis arrives at tournament with momentum, ready to make history as Scotland’s youngest 2026 World Cup participant.