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John McGinn
Born: October 18, 1994
Height: 5' 10" (178cm)
Hometown: Glasgow, Scotland
Nationality: 
Scottish
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ScottishPosition: Midfielder
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2012-2015 | St Mirren |
| 2015-2018 | Hibernian | |
| 2018- | Aston Villa | |
Sports Mole has 750 articles about John McGinn. Articles 1 to 40:
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What Scotland need to qualify for World Cup last 32 after 3-0 Brazil loss
What do Scotland need to qualify for the World Cup last 32? Sports Mole breaks down the third-place standings, qualification rules, and the key results they need.Jun 25, 10:46
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Scotland 0-3 Brazil: Steve Clarke, John McGinn deliver damning World Cup 2026 verdict after damaging defeat
Scotland head coach Steve Clarke suspects that his side are "going home" following a damaging 3-0 defeat to Brazil in their final Group C fixture at the 2026 World Cup.Jun 25, 07:15
How can Scotland qualify for World Cup last 32? Every result Tartan Army need to progress
Having suffered a heavy defeat to Brazil in Miami on Wednesday night, how can Scotland still progress to the last 32 of the World Cup?Jun 23, 12:38
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Scotland lineup vs. Brazil: Predicted XI for final World Cup 2026 Group C clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Scotland could line up for Wednesday’s 2026 World Cup Group C clash against Brazil.Jun 22, 21:05
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Preview:Scotland vs Brazil - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's 2026 World Cup Group C clash between Scotland and Brazil, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 22, 21:00
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Scotland vs. Morocco: Predicted XI for Steve Clarke's team with last-32 spot at 2026 World Cup on the line
Sports Mole looks at how Scotland could line up in their clash with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup.Jun 17, 15:25
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Preview:Scotland vs Morocco - prediction, team news, lineups | 2026 World Cup
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup clash between Scotland and Morocco, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 17, 15:07
Haiti 0-1 Scotland: McGinn winner edges Tartan Army past brave Haitians in foul-strewn battle
John McGinn proved the difference as Scotland edged a foul-strewn opener against a brave Haiti to go top of Group C ahead of Brazil and Morocco.Jun 14, 05:14
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Scotland lineup vs. Haiti: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group C clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Scotland could line up for Sunday’s 2026 World Cup Group C clash against Haiti.Jun 11, 20:05
Preview:Haiti vs Scotland - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Sunday's 2026 World Cup Group C clash between Haiti and Scotland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 11, 20:00
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Scotland World Cup news: John McGinn defends Steve Clarke after "unprofessional" jibe from Norway boss Stale Solbakken
John McGinn defends Scotland manager Steve Clarke after Norway boss Stale Solbakken branded him "unprofessional" for withdrawing the Tartan Army from a pre-World Cup friendly on Monday.Jun 8, 19:01
Preview:Scotland vs Curacao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Scotland and Curacao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 28, 18:00
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Aston Villa 2025-26 summary: Top scorer, best moment, new signings and full verdict on Unai Emery's campaign
Sports Mole provides a full 2025-26 season summary for Aston Villa, including top scorer, best moment and a full verdict on Unai Emery’s campaignMay 25, 15:00
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Scotland World Cup 2026 squad: Full list, predicted lineup, depth chart, latest news
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the Scotland squad for the 2026 World Cup, including the full list of players, predicted XI, depth charts and latest news.May 19, 11:37
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Preview:Freiburg vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Europa League Final between Freiburg and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 18, 16:39
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Aston Villa vs. Liverpool: Predicted XI for Unai Emery's side in top-five battle at Villa Park
Sports Mole looks at how Aston Villa could line up in Friday's Premier League clash with Liverpool.May 13, 15:13
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2026 World Cup: When will Scotland's squad for this summer's tournament be announced?
Sports Mole looks at when Scotland will name their squad for the 2026 World Cup, as the national side bid to advance past the group stage for the first time in their history.May 13, 14:55
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Aston Villa lineup vs. Burnley: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Emiliano Buendia chases history
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Aston Villa could line up for Sunday's Premier League fixture with Burnley.May 8, 22:43
Preview:Burnley vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Burnley and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 8, 09:54
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Aston Villa (4) 4-0 (1) Nottingham Forest: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Villans book place in Europa League final
Aston Villa book their place in the Europa League final with a 4-0 second-leg win and 4-1 aggregate victory over Nottingham Forest.May 7, 22:00
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Fulham vs. Aston Villa: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Aston Villa and Fulham.Apr 23, 08:00
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Seven Aston Villa, Bologna players at risk of missing second leg of Europa League quarter-final
Four Aston Villa players are at risk of missing the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final with Bologna.Apr 6, 11:15
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Aston Villa lineup vs. West Ham United: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Morgan Rogers puts unique record on the line
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Aston Villa could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United.Mar 20, 17:02
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Man United vs. Aston Villa team news: Michael Carrick makes two changes for mammoth Premier League showdown
Manchester United and Aston Villa announce their starting lineups for Sunday's Premier League fixture at Old Trafford.Mar 15, 12:52
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Liverpool cult hero highlights three "massive" Reds advantages in Premier League top-five race
Liverpool midfielder Gary McAllister exclusively tells Sports Mole three "massive" reasons why the Reds can supplant one of their rivals in the race for a top-five Premier League finish.Mar 13, 12:09
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Lille vs. Aston Villa team news: Unai Emery makes four changes after Chelsea defeat
Lille and Aston Villa announce their starting lineups for the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie on Thursday evening.Mar 12, 16:36
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Team News: Lille vs. Aston Villa injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest team news ahead of Thursday’s Europa League clash between Lille and Aston Villa.Mar 11, 20:00
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Aston Villa lineup vs. Lille: Predicted XI for Europa League last-16 first leg
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Aston Villa could line up for Thursday’s Europa League clash with Lille.Mar 10, 14:40
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Team News: Aston Villa vs. Chelsea injury, suspension list, predicted XIs before Premier League clash
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Premier League clash between Aston Vila and Chelsea.Mar 3, 19:30
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Aston Villa lineup vs. Chelsea: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Emery faces a frontline change
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Aston Villa could line up for their Premier League clash against Chelsea on Wednesday.Mar 2, 22:21
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Team News: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Aston Villa injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Friday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa.Feb 26, 20:00
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Team News: Aston Villa vs. Leeds injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest team news ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Leeds United.Feb 20, 15:00
Team News: Aston Villa vs. Brighton injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest team news ahead of Wednesday’s Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion.Feb 10, 19:30
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Team News: Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest team news ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash between Bournemouth and Aston Villa.Feb 6, 15:00
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Aston Villa transfer news: Harvey Elliott future update as major 'change' could solve Liverpool problem
There has reportedly been a major change in the situation of Harvey Elliott at Aston Villa, who appear reluctant to trigger their obligation to buy from Liverpool.Feb 2, 16:04
Team News: Aston Villa vs. Brentford injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up the latest teams news for Aston Villa and Brentford ahead of their Premier League clash on Sunday afternoon.Jan 31, 14:00
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Transfer news and rumours today: Aston Villa 'deal', Lucas Paqueta update, Brighton & Hove Albion 'interest'
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news today, including Aston Villa's deal, Lucas Paqueta's future at West Ham United and Brighton & Hove Albion's target.Jan 28, 20:39
Aston Villa injury news: Youri Tielemans, John McGinn, Boubacar Kamara recovery timeframes revealed
Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery reveals the expected injury recovery timelines of three of his key midfielders.Jan 28, 15:31
Team News: Newcastle vs. Aston Villa injury, suspension lists, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Newcastle United and Aston Villa.Jan 24, 14:00
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Preview:Newcastle United vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Newcastle United and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 23, 14:17
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