Freddy Douglas makes emotional debut for Scotland at 19 years old

independent.co.uk November 17, 2024, 11:01 AM UTC

Freddy Douglas made his debut for Scotland at 19, becoming the youngest player to represent the team in over 60 years. He came off the bench in a 59-21 win against Portugal, despite having no prior competitive club experience. Douglas expressed his emotions during the national anthem and felt honored to play alongside his heroes. He acknowledged the surreal nature of his rapid rise to the national squad and emphasized his desire to continue improving. Scotland's coach made 14 changes for the match, allowing several players, including Ben Muncaster and Alex Samuel, to debut. The team will play two more matches next weekend, providing further opportunities for players like Douglas.


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