The making of John McGinn: The ‘powerhouse’ behind Scotland and Aston Villa’s rise
The IndependentThe Rear of the Year is no more. “And we won!” That victory over the Glaswegian giants, followed by a 3-2 win in the final against Hearts, delivered St Mirren’s first piece of major silverware since their1986-87 Scottish Cup win. open image in gallery McGinn in action for St Mirren against Newcastle in a pre-season friendly in 2013 “What we’ve seen with John in this season is that he’s so good in that final third too.” So far this season, McGinn has six goals for Villa in domestic and European competition. Even in interviews and on TV, he’s just the same boy I remember.” By the time next summer’s European Championships roll around, McGinn could have added to that Scottish League Cup winners’ medal. open image in gallery McGinn and Scott McTominay have inspired Steve Clarke’s side to Germany next summer “I don’t think they’ve got anything to fear, I’m very optimistic,” says Lennon.