John McGinn reveals Scotland slagging for using his BUM but declares 'if I didn't have my backside I'd be at Yeovil'

Scotland midfielder John McGinn reckons he'd be nothing without his backside, insisting his beloved body part has helped his career thrive.

The Aston Villa midfielder is famous for using his bottom on the pitch, scoring goals with it as well as winning strength battles for club and country because of his behind. And Scotland 's Nations League victory over Ukraine was no different. Now the 28-year-old is set to earn his 50th cap for his country as Steve Clarke 's side welcome the Republic of Ireland to Hampden on Saturday.

And the former Hibs and St Mirren man insists that his famous backside has been crucial, helping him make his unique mark as he made the move south of the border to join the Premier League side. Speaking to BBC Sport during Scotland's preparations for the weekend's clash, he said: "I always say if I didn't have my backside I'd be at Yeovil or something. No disrespect to Yeovil.

"It's something I try to use to my strengths. I'm not the same as any midfield player down in the Premier League.

"I'm not as neat and tidy as them all. I'm certainly different and I think that's helped me in my career. I try and stay unique.

"There's been certain coaches throughout my career that have tried to coach it out me, but I've got to believe in it and thankfully on nights like last night it can be used to an advantage.

"And the boys have a laugh about it here. 'Get that backside away from me' and all that.

"But if you can use it for a goal or to help the team in a wee duel, it's all for the better."

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