Scotland wildcard Kristi Montgomery reveals his alternative career option as he catches Sebastien Pocognoli’s eye

Montgomery has won five caps for the Under 21s and now has been fast tracked into Sebastien Pocognoli's squad

By Mark Walker · Daily Record

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 9:00 AM

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Kristi Montgomery received a surprise senior Scotland call-up from manager Sebastien Pocognoli.
The Blackburn Rovers midfielder was promoted after earning five caps for Scotland's Under-21s.
Montgomery revealed he could have pursued a career in rugby league like his father.

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Blackburn Rovers midfielder Kristi Montgomery has received a surprise call-up to the Scotland national team under manager Sebastien Pocognoli for upcoming Nations League fixtures. Montgomery was promoted to the senior squad after earning five caps with Tony Docherty's Scotland Under-21 side and making 10 appearances for Blackburn this season.

Following his selection, Montgomery revealed that he could have pursued rugby league like his father, who played as a prop for Leeds Rhinos and Bradford Bulls. Despite excelling in rugby during his youth, Montgomery opted to stick with soccer, having been part of Blackburn Rovers since the under-9 level.

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