Andy Robertson Reflects on Emotional World Cup Dream with Diogo Jota
Scotland’s victory over Denmark to secure their first World Cup spot since 1998 was not just a historic moment for the team—it was deeply personal for captain Andy Robertson. The 4-2 win in a thrilling match, where Scotland were twice pegged back by Denmark, left Robertson overwhelmed with emotion as he thought of his late friend, Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota.
Robertson shared how the pressure of what could be his last chance to play in a World Cup weighed on him in the hours leading up to the match. He revealed that he was “in bits” and found it hard to focus, as his mind kept drifting back to conversations with Jota. The former Portugal forward tragically passed away in a car crash earlier that summer. “We spoke so much about the World Cup,” Robertson said in an interview with BBC. “He missed out last time due to injury, and I missed out because Scotland didn’t qualify. We always talked about what it would be like to go to the World Cup together.”
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The emotions were raw for Robertson, who admitted that it was hard to keep his feelings in check. “I know the age I’m at, this could be my last chance to go to the World Cup,” he confessed. “I couldn’t get my mate Diogo Jota out of my head today. I think I hid it well from the boys, but I was in a bit of trouble in my room earlier. I know he’ll be somewhere smiling over me tonight.”
The match itself was nothing short of dramatic. Scotland were twice ahead, only to see Denmark equalize both times. However, in the third added minute, Kieran Tierney scored to put Scotland ahead once again, while Kenny McLean sealed the victory with a stunning strike from the halfway line. Robertson could hardly contain his joy, saying, “That just sums up this squad. Never say die, we just keep going right to the end. One of the craziest games of football. We’ve certainly put the country through it, but I’m sure it’s worth it – we’re going to the World Cup, and I can’t believe it.”
As Robertson reflected on the victory, he also praised the bond within the team. “This group of boys and staff, it’s the best group I’ve ever been involved in,” he said. “The manager’s speech before the game in the hotel was unbelievable. He went through the big moments we’ve had and said, ‘Let’s make it another one.’ To do it for him, for all the staff, all the families, it is one of the greatest nights of my life.”
For Robertson, this World Cup dream is not just about football—it’s a tribute to a friendship that transcends the game.
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