Scott McKenna loving life in Zagreb after impressive UEL victory

Scott McKenna.
Scott McKenna.
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Scotland defender Scott McKenna insists he is loving life at Dinamo Zagreb after being named as Man of the Match in their Europa League success over Fenerbahce.

The former Aberdeen, Nottingham Forest, FC Copenhagen and Las Palmas stopper helped the Croatian side to a 3-1 success in their opening game in the competition against the Turkish club.

McKenna made the surprise move in the summer from Spain and became the first Scot to play in the Balkan nation.


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And he's been delighted at how easily he has fitted in with the Zagreb side.

He said: "This is a really special club.

"To beat a side like Fenerbahce in this way was a brilliant start to the competition. It was just what we wanted.

"I feel great in Zagreb personally.

"It helps that we have been playing well and winning games of course and it's getting easier for me to settle in.

"My teammates have been brilliant with me too. They have really accepted me and welcomed me into the club.

"And of course, the fans here are incredible because they are always so loud. To have them behind us is special. They have given me great support since I arrived."

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