John McGinn calls out Fabrizio Romano on social media after Scotland's World Cup win

John McGinn called out an unfortunate error from transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano after scoring the winner for Scotland in their World Cup opener against Haiti.

It was a historic evening for the Tartan Army, who secured their first win at a World Cup since 1990 thanks to a first-half strike from McGinn.

The victory in Massachusetts means Steve Clarke's side are currently leading Group C ahead of games against Brazil and Morocco as they attempt to reach the knockout stages for the first time.

Speaking to the press after Saturday night's full-time whistle, a relieved McGinn opened up about his 28th-minute winner and credited opponents Haiti for giving them a tough game.

"It wasn't my best of goals but who cares? It's been a long time coming," McGinn said. "Haiti are a decent team by the way. We had to work hard for it. Could we play a bit better? Aye. But it was a must-win game and we won. I'm absolutely over the moon."

McGinn earned the Player of the Match award for his standout performance against world No. 83 Haiti.

Fabrizio Romano was quick to congratulate the Aston Villa midfielder on social media and posted a picture of McGinn posing with the award, but in doing so, he inadvertently called him "Scott McGinn".

It was a mistake that was spotted by Scotland's match-winner. As seen in the screenshot below, the 31-year-old shared the post on X alongside a caption that read: "Just aswell I don’t get any moves big man."

McGinn responds to Fabrizio Romano. Image credit: X

Of course, McGinn was referencing the lack of transfer news that has surrounded his name over the past few years. But that has nothing to do with his ultra-consistent form for club and country.

John McGinn explains how much win means for Scotland

Thousands of Scotland fans poured into bars and pubs around the country to watch their World Cup opener against Haiti, after venues were granted special extended licences to screen the game.

In fact, the City of Edinburgh Council is permitting venues to remain open until 30 minutes after the final whistle.

It was a special occasion for Scottish supporters after years of missing out. "We've been through a lot of hurt as a country," McGinn said after the full-time whistle.

"A generation of supporters haven't seen this. But the pride on my face this morning seeing all the kids going to the parks in a Scotland kit and painting their faces."

"Hopefully when kids get up tomorrow they'll be beaming with pride because I am," added McGinn. "It sets things up for Friday [against Morocco]."