Scotland midfielder Billy Gilmour has opened up about the heartbreak of missing the 2026 World Cup after suffering a knee injury that ended his tournament hopes.

The 24-year-old was forced off during a friendly victory over Curacao at Hampden Park. He will not feature at the finals, and Scotland have since reshaped their midfield options ahead of the tournament.

Gilmour's emotional message to Scotland fans

In an Instagram post, Gilmour expressed his pain while urging supporters to rally behind the squad as they prepare to face Haiti, Morocco, and Brazil in Group C.