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Pocognoli Hopes 'Smiling' Gilmour Can Spark Scotland Success

New Scotland manager Sébastien Pocognoli wants midfielder Billy Gilmour to be central to Scotland's improvement following their World Cup exit.

New Scotland boss Sébastien Pocognoli hopes a "smiling" Billy Gilmour will be central to their revival after a disappointing World Cup campaign. The Napoli midfielder, who missed the tournament through injury, excelled in Scotland's 0-0 draw against Slovenia in Pocognoli's debut as manager.

Pocognoli has urged Gilmour to "take risks" and stressed that players need consistent game time at their clubs as Scotland prepares to face Switzerland at Hampden Park. cricket-info.homes