Kenny McLean #23

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It is difficult to imagine McLean doing anything at this World Cup, in fact during the remainder of his career, that matches events of 18 November at Hampden Park. The Scots were bound for the tournament proper but a nation bit fingernails as McLean strode forward during a counter attack, spotted Kasper Schmeichel off his line and unleashed a shot from halfway that brought the roof off the famous old venue. McLean had topped off a night of epic drama with the goal of his life. This was just reward for one of Steve Clarke’s unsung heroes. McLean does, however, have previous for stepping up on the big occasion; he scored the winning penalties in separate matches as Scotland reached Euro 2020. An unfussy, low-maintenance midfielder held in high regard by Clarke and team-mates alike.

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