McBurnie Quips About Backside Goal In Bid To End Scotland Scoring Drought
Striker Oli McBurnie has joked about scoring off his backside to finally break his long goal drought for Scotland. The Guardian explores the history of such unlikely goals.
TL;DR Oli McBurnie has humorously cited scoring off his backside as a desirable way to end his lengthy Scotland scoring drought.
Key Points - McBurnie currently has 20 appearances and zero goals for Scotland. - The player recently admitted in an interview that a goal off his backside would be acceptable. - The Guardian notes that while players often joke about this, verified instances are rare.
What We Know According to The Guardian, McBurnie is back in the Scotland squad and has a record of 20 appearances without a goal. In a recent interview, he stated that "a tap-in on Saturday or one that goes in off my backside would be lovely." The article investigates whether such a specific goal has ever officially occurred in football history.
Why It Matters McBurnie's lack of goals in 20 caps is a significant statistical anomaly for a senior international striker. Ending this drought would alter his international scoring record and potentially secure his future in the squad.
What Happens Next McBurnie is expected to feature in upcoming Scotland fixtures. It is speculative whether he will find the net in his next appearance, but his comments highlight the pressure he feels to score.
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