I watched Kenny McLean chip Kasper Schmeichel from 5000 miles away – but now I'm back and better than ever

Porteous returns to Scotland squad after Euro 2024 red card exile, called up by new manager Pocognoli for Nations League matches.

Ryan Porteous has been recalled to the Scotland squad by new manager Sebastien Pocognoli for upcoming Nations League games against North Macedonia and Switzerland, marking his return after being sidelined following Euro 2024.

The 27-year-old centre-back was sent off in Scotland's opening match against Germany at the Euros, a game that ended in a 5-1 defeat. After that dismissal, Porteous fell out of favour under previous manager Steve Clarke, making just one substitute appearance before being omitted from World Cup qualifying squads entirely.

During his absence from international football, Porteous moved to MLS side LAFC, where he watched Scotland's World Cup qualifier against Denmark from Los Angeles, cheering alongside his teammates as Kenny McLean scored from the halfway line.

Porteous has reflected on his situation, stating he doesn't believe the red card unfairly ended his Scotland career and that he's ready to prove himself under Pocognoli's management.