Scott McTominay discusses heart scare and shock treatment before World Cup game

Scott McTominay, the Scottish midfielder for SSC Napoli, recently opened up about his heart scare that occurred just before his country's World Cup match against Haiti. The 29-year-old was diagnosed with a mild benign arrhythmia, an irregular heartbeat, in September and underwent heart surgery in the same month. Symptoms began surfacing just days before Scotland's opening World Cup game.

McTominay informed his manager, Steve Clarke, about his condition, who took the matter seriously. To address the issue, McTominay received shock therapy at a Boston hospital.

McTominay explained that atrial fibrillation is a common issue among athletes, but it's easily noticeable in elite players. He described the sensation as a "slight irregular beat" in his heart, differentiating it from the regular "bum, bum, bum, bum" heartbeat. The irregular rhythm made it difficult for him to focus during matches, but he tried to ignore it and perform to the best of his abilities.

Despite the setback, McTominay remains committed to his team and his profession. He emphasized that players often continue to play with injuries and that his performance wasn't affected significantly. McTominay expressed his disappointment at not performing at his best but refused to let the situation overshadow his dedication to the game.