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Kieran Tierney in Celtic injury sweat as he withdraws from Scotland squad

Kieran Tierney withdraws from Scotland squad after Celtic injury against Rangers, while Blackburn Rovers midfielder Kristi Montgomery earns a first call-up on September 21.

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 7:13 PM
Kieran Tierney in Celtic injury sweat as he withdraws from Scotland squad
Key Things to Know
  • Kieran Tierney withdrew from the Scotland squad after suffering an injury against Rangers.
  • Tierney was substituted after 71 minutes during Sunday's match at Parkhead.
  • Norwich City midfielder Kenny McLean also pulled out of the Scotland national team.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic full-back Kieran Tierney has withdrawn from the Scotland national team squad after picking up an injury against Rangers. Tierney was substituted in the 71st minute of Sunday's match at Parkhead, ruling him out of upcoming fixtures against Slovenia, Switzerland, and North Macedonia.

Norwich City midfielder Kenny McLean has also pulled out of manager Sebastien Pocognoli's squad. In response, Pocognoli handed a first call-up to 22-year-old Blackburn Rovers midfielder Kristi Montgomery as the team prepares in La Manga.

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