Scott McTominay goal that helped secure Scotland's World Cup qualification commemorated with mural

The win over Denmark saw Scotland qualify for their first World Cup in 28 years.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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Scott McTominay's bicycle kick goal in Scotland's victory over Denmark — a win that saw the nation qualify for their first World Cup in 28 years — has been commemorated with a mural outside Hampden Park. The 29-year-old scored the first goal of the 4-2 win on November 18, a brilliant overhead effort following a Ben Doak cross after just three minutes. The victory also featured two more memorable goals with Kieran Tierney's 93rd-minute strike from the edge of the area and Kenny McLean's 98th-minute effort from his own half.

Why it matters

This goal and Scotland's World Cup qualification after a 28-year drought is a significant moment for the national team and its passionate fan base. The mural commemorating McTominay's goal serves as a lasting tribute to this historic achievement.

The details

Commissioned by Adidas, the mural paying tribute to 'one of the greatest ever Scotland goals' was unveiled outside the national team's stadium in Glasgow on Friday. McTominay's career has continued to soar since he left Manchester United and joined Napoli in the summer of 2024, where he won the Scudetto last season and was named the Serie A Player of the Year.

  • On November 18, McTominay scored the first goal of Scotland's 4-2 win over Denmark.
  • Scotland qualified for their first World Cup since 1998.
  • The mural was unveiled outside Hampden Park on Friday, February 20, 2026.

The players

Scott McTominay

A 29-year-old Scottish midfielder who scored the opening goal in Scotland's 4-2 win over Denmark that secured their World Cup qualification. He currently plays for Napoli in Italy's Serie A.

Ben Doak

The Scottish winger who provided the cross that led to McTominay's opening goal against Denmark.

Kieran Tierney

The Scottish defender who scored a 93rd-minute strike in the 4-2 win over Denmark.

Kenny McLean

The Scottish midfielder who scored a 98th-minute goal from his own half in the 4-2 win over Denmark.

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What’s next

Scotland are next in action when they host Japan (March 28) and the Ivory Coast (March 31) in international friendlies. After qualifying for the 2026 Men's World Cup, they were drawn into Group C alongside Brazil, Haiti, and Morocco. They begin against Haiti at the Boston Stadium on June 14.

The takeaway

This mural commemorating McTominay's goal that helped secure Scotland's first World Cup qualification in 28 years is a testament to the national team's historic achievement and the passion of their supporters. It serves as a lasting tribute to a moment that will be etched in Scottish football history.