Scott McTominay reveals heart treatment during World Cup

Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay has disclosed that he underwent medical treatment for an irregular heartbeat just two days before Scotland faced Haiti in their World Cup match in June. The 29-year-old player, who previously played for Manchester United, received an ablation procedure in Manchester to address the rhythm issue.

During the tournament in Massachusetts, the footballer was sedated to rectify his heart rhythm before being cleared to compete in the opening 1-0 win against Haiti. He later completed the full 90 minutes in subsequent matches against Morocco and Brazil.

Reflecting on the experience, McTominay said, "I had to go and get the shock on my heart." He added, "It was two days before the Haiti game. You've prepared so well. I was in such good condition and then something like that happens. You're thinking, 'how is this happening to me?'"

The midfielder noted the difficulty of the situation, stating, "You have to get on with it, that's the cards that you're dealt in football. Sometimes, things don't go your way." He concluded, "I was 100% [fit], but obviously, whenever you're sat in a hospital bed two days before the first game of the World Cup about to get put to sleep, it's not ideal, is it?"