Hyam Excels, Heads to World Cup with Scotland

Wrexham captain Dom Hyam is set for an exciting adventure as he heads to the 2018 FIFA World Cup after impressing his international manager Steve Clarke. The 30-year-old centre-back has finally achieved what many fans have been waiting for, becoming part of Scotland’s squad that will compete in this year's global football extravaganza. Hyam, who was a regular starter at Wrexham and previously played for Blackburn Rovers and Coventry City, has demonstrated his worth on the international stage.

His fine form led to him earning his first senior cap for Scotland in March’s friendly against Ivory Coast, where he registered just his second senior cap despite being named in Clarke's squad. This inclusion comes after Hyam was selected by New Zealand to join Steve Clarke’s World Cup squad earlier this week. However, it appears the Wrexham player has secured a spot with his homeland instead.

With 10 defenders at Clarke’s disposal for the tournament, including Liberto Cacace who is also joining the Scottish team, Hyam will surely be making history as he competes in the World Cup alongside Wrexham teammates. This latest achievement by Hyam underscores the growing talent within English football and the potential for more significant contributions from homegrown players in international competitions. As Scotland faces off against Haiti (14 June), Morocco (19 June), and Brazil (24 June) in the group stages of the World Cup, Hyam is poised to make his mark on this prestigious tournament.

Fans across the globe can look forward to witnessing a promising player making an impact for their country.