Scotland’s Euro 2024 campaign has suffered a significant blow with the news that defender Kieran Tierney will miss the remainder of the tournament due to a hamstring injury. The 27-year-old was forced off the field on a stretcher during Scotland’s 1-1 Group A draw against Switzerland in Cologne on Wednesday.
The injury adds to a challenging season for Tierney, who has struggled with fitness issues while on loan at Real Sociedad from Arsenal. Having returned to his parent club, the Arsenal medical team will now assess the extent of his injury.
In an emotional post on Instagram, Tierney expressed his sorrow, saying, “Heartbroken doesn’t cut it. Love this team and these boys. This too shall pass.” His heartfelt message underscored his dedication to the national team and the personal disappointment of missing out on the remainder of the tournament.
Scotland’s assistant head coach, John Carver, provided a brief update, stating, “He is heading home to be assessed by Arsenal and that’s all I can really say at the moment. They will give updates as they have it, but he is obviously extremely disappointed.”
Tierney’s absence is a significant loss for Scotland, as his defensive prowess and leadership on the field have been pivotal in their campaign. The team will now have to regroup and adjust their strategy as they continue their Euro 2024 journey without one of their key players.
As the tournament progresses, the Scottish squad will undoubtedly feel the absence of Tierney’s experience and skill. Fans and teammates alike will hope for his swift recovery and return to full fitness, as Scotland aims to make a deep run in Euro 2024 despite this setback.
