How a pep talk from Steve Clarke got Scott McTominay smiling (and scoring again): Manchester United star thankful to Scotland boss for his best season for club and country

While there was no cake to mark the occasion, the anniversary of Scott McTominay's two late goals for Scotland against Cyprus felt deserving of a celebration. During last year's international break, Scott McTominay scored a memorable brace against Cyprus in Scotland's Euro 2024 qualifier The Manchester United midfielder has been on flying form for his country ever since Scotland manager Steve Clarke has played a key role in helping McTominay to enjoy his game Your browser does not support iframes. Success on the pitch has led to the player re-engaging with his love of the sport and he speaks of a weight 'lifting off his shoulders' Impressive performances for his country have had a knock-on effect on his role at Man United McTominay has grown into his role at the club since the arrival of Dutch manager Erik ten Hag 'Now I look back and think, yeah, maybe sometimes the pressure and stuff like that can mount and you don't realise it can affect you. McTominay spoke as he was named as the William Hill Scottish Football Writers' Association Men's International Player of the Year. The 27-year-old was this year named the William Hill Scottish Football Writers' Association Men's International Player of the Year 'I just want to do my absolute best for Scotland and for my grandparents, my mum and my dad and everyone.