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McTominay Shines in Serie A, Earns Ballon d'Or Nomination

1/28/2026

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Scott McTominay, Manchester United midfielder, expressed pride in United's success under caretaker Michael Carrick after victories over City and Arsenal.
McTominay moved from Manchester United to Napoli in 2024 and has thrived in Serie A, helping Napoli win the league and earning a Ballon d'Or nomination.
He has been named Italy’s Player of the Year as Napoli prepares for a Champions League match against Chelsea.

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Scott McTominay, Manchester United midfielder, expressed pride in United's success under caretaker Michael Carrick after victories over City and Arsenal.
McTominay moved from Manchester United to Napoli in 2024 and has thrived in Serie A, helping Napoli win the league and earning a Ballon d'Or nomination.
He has been named Italy’s Player of the Year as Napoli prepares for a Champions League match against Chelsea.