The Rest Is Football McTominay Delivers for Scotland — But Why Is Jude Bellingham Under Attack?
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Nov 21, 2025 Scott McTominay's spectacular overhead kick propels Scotland to their first World Cup in 28 years, prompting excitement and debate. Meanwhile, the British media's scrutiny of rising star Jude Bellingham raises questions about bias and narrative control. The hosts explore the need for modernization in the World Cup qualification system and playfully discuss the implications of Sunderland potentially finishing in the Premier League's Top 4. Curacao's unexpected qualification adds another surprising twist to the footballing landscape.
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McTominay's Moment Of National Euphoria
- Scott McTominay's overhead kick was both technically perfect and emotionally seismic for Scotland's qualification.
- Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker highlight its rarity and the huge national euphoria it triggered.
Curacao's Historic Qualification
- Curacao became the smallest nation to qualify for a World Cup and players fell to their knees in celebration.
- Dick Advocaat, at 78, led an unbeaten qualifying run and will become the oldest coach at a World Cup.
Media Scrutiny Around Bellingham Examined
- Gary and Alan discuss a perceived media campaign against Jude Bellingham and consider unconscious racial undertones.
- They note top players' competitiveness is unfairly framed as arrogance while similar behaviour from others goes unremarked.