Scott McTominay revealed he has been working extensively on his fitness following a hamstring tendon problem, emphasizing the effort he has put in to regain full sharpness. The midfielder admitted that being sidelined is frustrating for any player and described watching matches from the sidelines as particularly difficult.
After missing four league fixtures, the Napoli midfielder made his comeback last week and has been focused on rebuilding his condition to consistently feature again.
Early goal secures Napoli victory
The Scotland international played a decisive role in Napoli’s 1-0 triumph over Cagliari, finding the net just two minutes into the match. Despite the quick breakthrough, Napoli were unable to extend their advantage further during the game.
McTominay acknowledged the challenge posed by their opponents, noting their organized and compact style. He also highlighted the importance of having key players available again, mentioning Kevin De Bruyne and Frank Anguissa as valuable returns to the squad.
The win lifted Napoli into second place in the standings, although AC Milan and Inter Milan still have matches to play.
Focus remains on steady progress
Looking ahead, Napoli are set to face Milan at the Stadio Maradona after the international pause. McTominay expressed enthusiasm for high-level fixtures, stressing that the team aims to keep building momentum.
He underlined the unpredictable nature of football, explaining that the squad is concentrating on taking each match individually rather than speculating about future outcomes.
The midfielder will now link up with the Scotland national team for friendly matches against Japan and Ivory Coast. He shared his excitement about reuniting with teammates, friends, and family, having not returned home since November.
So far this season, the former Manchester United player has contributed 11 goals and four assists in 36 appearances across all competitions.