Pocognoli wants smiling Gilmour for Scotland success

New Scotland manager Sébastien Pocognoli believes a "smiling" Billy Gilmour can drive the team's improvement after their World Cup exit. The Napoli midfielder impressed in Pocognoli's debut, a 0-0 draw with Slovenia, having missed the tournament through injury. michezonews.co.za

Pocognoli wants Gilmour to "take risks" and praised the midfielder's understanding of the game plan. He also stressed the importance of players receiving consistent game time at their clubs ahead of Scotland's next match against Switzerland at Hampden Park.