Scotland manager responds to John McGinn criticism with fan expectation levels call

Scotland manager Sebastien Pocognoli has called on supporters to temper their expectations and remain patient with key players John McGinn, Andy Robertson, and Ben Gannon-Doak. Pocognoli addressed fan criticism directed at McGinn and others, defending their quality as the squad adapts to his new attacking 3-5-2 system following their recent international fixtures.

The manager praised the trio's performances during Scotland's 2-0 Nations League victory over North Macedonia in Skopje on Saturday night. Pocognoli emphasized that transitioning from club routines to a newly building international setup requires time, while also expressing confidence in 20-year-old winger Gannon-Doak ahead of their upcoming match against Slovenia.