Key Highlights
- Scott McTominay’s overhead kick featured on new £20 banknote.
- The design combines traditional elements with imagery from the goal for Scotland against Denmark.
- Only 100 of the notes have been printed, available through auctions and prize draws.
- Proceeds will support Crisis Scotland to end homelessness in Scotland.
A Scottish Triumph on Currency
But let’s be real, this isn’t just about McTominay’s kick. It’s a marketing move by the Bank of Scotland to celebrate and capitalize on Scotland’s return to the World Cup. You might think this is new, but… it’s been done before with other sports heroes and events.
The Goal That Shook the Nation
And so, McTominay’s overhead kick against Denmark—a goal that secured Scotland’s place in the 2026 World Cup—now graces a £20 note. The design, which combines traditional banknote features with the iconic moment, is both clever and somewhat crass. It’s like the bank is saying, “Hey, look what our country can do!”
Scarcity Creates Value
Yet, it’s not just about McTominay. There are only 100 of these notes. How many people will really want one?
Well, enough to support a national charity, Crisis Scotland. The online auction runs until Friday, and you can enter the prize draw. That’s quite a lot for a country that has struggled with homelessness in recent years.
From Goalkeeper to Banker?
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. Not always.
At least, that’s the plan. But let’s be honest, this is more about boosting the bank’s brand than supporting the homeless. It’s like putting a sticker on a car—cool, but does it really make a difference?
The 2026 World Cup
The 2026 edition of the World Cup will feature 48 teams and be played from 11 June to 19 July in 16 cities across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Scotland are set to face Haiti on 14 June and Morocco on 19 June in Boston and Brazil on 24 June in Miami. Scots celebrate reaching first World Cup in nearly 30 years.
McTominay overhead kick captured in Glasgow street mural. Bank of Scotland
Scotland fans shook the earth in win over Denmark McTominay overhead kick featured on new £20 banknote
Scotland Bank of Scotland
