Bank of Scotland unveils McTominay £20 note for World Cup

The Bank of Scotland has unveiled a limited edition 20 pound note featuring an image inspired by Scott McTominay’s overhead kick in the match that secured Scotland’s place in the World Cup for the first time in nearly three decades. Only 100 of the notes have been printed, and 50 are being made available to the public through a combination of collector auctions, a prize draw, and two pop up vaults in Glasgow and Edinburgh.

The design blends traditional banknote elements with imagery of McTominay’s goal, which gave Scotland an early lead in a dramatic 4-2 qualifying win over Denmark at Hampden Park in Glasgow last November. The victory sealed the team’s place in the 2026 men’s World Cup, the first time Scotland has qualified for the tournament since 1998.

McTominay, who plays midfield for the Scottish national team and Italian club Napoli, said the goal and the resulting note carry deep meaning for fans. “Reaching the biggest stage of world football is something every player dreams of, and I know it means everything to our fans,” he said. “Moments like that belong to everyone who follows the team, so seeing my goal featured on a Scottish banknote feels incredibly special.”