When Kieron Bowie steps onto the pitch for Hibernian against Dunfermline Athletic in the Scottish Cup, it marks a full-circle moment for the Scotland striker. The 23-year-old began his journey playing public park football in Kirkcaldy before Raith Rovers scout John McGlynn spotted his raw talent at 16, offering a professional pathway from grassroots to the top flight.

Bowie’s unconventional route saw him move from Raith to Fulham in 2020, where he was loaned to Northampton Town and played almost 100 games primarily as a winger. It was only after joining Hibernian 18 months ago that he fully embraced the striker role, a transition now yielding nine goals this season and sparking transfer speculation.

Now a Hibs key man, Bowie has earned two Scotland caps and is eyeing a place in Steve Clarke’s World Cup squad. With nine goals in 28 appearances, his focus remains on club form, hoping his journey from Fife parks to international contention proves compelling enough for a flight to the Americas.