Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay admits his famous 2.53‑metre overhead kick against Denmark was eclipsed by a training strike in Saudi Arabia while on Napoli duty. He told BBC Sport Scotland the new effort was higher and cleaner, leaving him “devastated” that it didn’t appear in a competitive match. Teammate Billy Gilmour missed the moment, stuck in the treatment room.

That July night in Glasgow produced a mural on a city wall, cementing the strike as the opener in a 4‑2 victory that secured Scotland’s first World Cup ticket in 28 years. Since joining Napoli in summer 2024, McTominay added a Serie A crown, a Champions League berth and a Ballon d’Or nomination to his résumé, while Gilmour settled into Antonio Conte’s midfield.

Naples now sports its own tribute in the Spanish quarter, reflecting the duo’s rapid rise since leaving Manchester United and Brighton. Fans chant both names, crediting McTominay’s flair for the title‑clinching bicycle kick against Cagliari and Gilmour’s steadier presence. Their chemistry fuels Napoli’s campaign and gives Scotland a confident core heading into the summer tournament. They remain focused on delivering more wins this season.