Hyam earned his first senior cap in 2023 and waited almost three years for his next appearance against Ivory Coast at Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium. He earned a third cap in a 4‑1 friendly win over Curaçao. Wrexham captain says a solid club season and near play‑off push have kept him sharp for Scotland.

Scotland opens the tournament against Haiti on 13 June, then Morocco, before a historic clash with Brazil at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on 24 June. Hyam eyes a strong start, noting Haiti offers a platform for points but will be hard‑pressed. He recalls the 2002 World Cup as the first memory that fuels his ambition.

Wrexham finished seventh in the Championship, missing the play‑offs after a 43‑year absence from the second tier. Parkinson praised the squad’s consistency, while Hyam vows harder work next season. He also anticipates a warm welcome in America, where the World Cup will unfold, and notes his documentary exposure could boost fan interest.

Hyam says the 1998 World Cup where Scotland faced Brazil and Morocco still echoes in his mind. He hopes the 2026 squad can become the first to advance from the group, turning a historic match into a milestone. He imagines what a ten‑year‑old Dom would think watching the team.