Scott McTominay's iconic overhead kick is set to be immortalised on a new limited edition £20 banknote, celebrating Scotland's return to the World Cup. The Bank of Scotland has unveiled the note, which features an image inspired by the midfielder's memorable goal during the World Cup qualifier against Denmark. Only 100 of these unique notes have been printed, with fans having the chance to win one in the coming weeks.
A Historic Goal Commemorated
The design of the banknote seamlessly integrates traditional elements with imagery referencing McTominay's crucial goal, which helped Scotland secure their place at the men's international tournament for the first time since 1998. The dramatic 4-2 victory over Denmark at Hampden Park in Glasgow last November saw McTominay score the opening goal with a spectacular overhead kick, a moment that has since become etched in Scottish football history.
Reflecting on the honour, McTominay said: "Reaching the biggest stage of world football is something every player dreams of, and I know it means everything to our fans. Moments like that belong to everyone who follows the team, so seeing my goal featured on a Scottish banknote feels incredibly special. Being able to work with Bank of Scotland to turn it into something that also supports Crisis, and the work they do to tackle homelessness, makes me even more proud."
Charity and Fan Engagement
Emma Noble, chair of the Scottish executive committee at the Bank of Scotland, emphasised the note's significance: "Securing qualification in such dramatic fashion is a moment fans will never forget, and we wanted to mark it in a way that's rooted in Scottish identity. Like football, banknotes have long been part of our country's story, and this limited edition £20 note combines those two traditions with a modern, creative twist. Scott's overhead kick is already regarded as one of the nation's greatest ever goals. It's been a privilege to work with him to bring it to life in such a unique way, and we're grateful for his support in helping raise funds for Crisis as they work to end homelessness across Scotland."
Of the 100 notes printed, 50 will be made available to the public through a combination of collector auctions, a prize draw, and two pop-up "vaults" in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Proceeds from the auction and prize draw will directly benefit Crisis Scotland, the national charity dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness. The online auction is currently live and concludes at 11am on Friday, 26 June, the same deadline for entering the prize draw. Additionally, pop-up vaults will challenge fans to crack a code to secure one of these highly sought-after notes.
