Scotland at Euros: ‘Hurt and disappointment still raw’ – John McGinn

Midfielder John McGinn says the “hurt and disappointment” of Scotland’s Euro 2024 exit is still raw as he urged improvement from the squad and management.

The 29-year-old insists Steve Clarke’s men will give everything they can to be at the World Cup in two years after their meek Euros showing in Germany.

Scotland bowed out bottom of Group A with one point after defeats by Germany and Hungary either side of a draw with Switzerland.

“The hurt and disappointment is still raw and this feeling will take a while to shift,” McGinn said on Instagram, external.

“This group of players and staff have come a long way in the past few years, hopefully delivering memories that will last a lifetime. To go one step further, we know we all need to improve.

“Thank you for the support both in Germany and back home in Scotland. The thousands who travelled to Germany (with or without a ticket), represented Scotland in the best possible way and it fills us all with pride.

“Representing your country at a major tournament, with the support of those closest to you, is a feeling that can’t quite be described. But it’s certainly one that I want to repeat…

“We will give everything we can to be at the World Cup in 2026.”