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Ross McCrorie (born 18 March 1998) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a right-back, right wing-back, or defensive midfielder for EFL Championship club Bristol City and the Scotland national team.

Key Information

McCrorie has previously played for Rangers, Ayr United, Dumbarton, Portsmouth and Aberdeen. He captained the Scotland under-21 team, and made his full international debut for Scotland in 2024.

Club career

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Early careers and loans out

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McCrorie, alongside his twin brother Robby (a goalkeeper), worked his way through the Rangers youth system,[4] becoming captain of their U20s side. McCrorie joined Scottish League One side Ayr United on loan in February 2016,[5][6] playing fifteen times and scoring twice as Ayr won promotion.

After signing a new contract in December 2016, at the same time as his brother,[7] he joined his former coach at Rangers, Ian Durrant, at Scottish Championship side Dumbarton on a loan deal until the end of the season.[8][9]

Rangers first breakthrough

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McCrorie made his debut for the Rangers senior team in September 2017, when he replaced Bruno Alves in a League Cup quarter-final against Partick Thistle at Firhill Stadium, won 3–1 after extra time.[10] Following the match, manager Pedro Caixinha praised McCrorie, stating that he was "going to be the future of this country, not only this club, as a centre-half. We are very glad to have him with us".[11] Later in the same week he made his first start – also his Scottish Premiership debut and maiden experience of the Old Firm derby – against Celtic at Ibrox. Rangers lost the match 2–0, but McCrorie's performance was reported favourably by the press and both Rangers and Celtic fans.[12]

McCrorie scored his first senior goal for Rangers with a header in the first half against Partick Thistle on 4 November 2017 at Ibrox; Rangers won the match 3–0.[13] On 3 December he was deployed as a defensive midfielder in a fixture away to Aberdeen, which his team won to overtake their opponents into second place in the table.[14] On 28 December he signed a new four-year contract.[4][15] After he scored an important goal in the second visit to Aberdeen in May 2018, McCrorie received praise from both the Pittodrie boss Derek McInnes and the Rangers caretaker manager Jimmy Nicholl for his overall performance and influence in bringing his team back into the match; the player himself dedicated the strike to his dying grandmother.[16]

Loan to Portsmouth

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In July 2019, McCrorie agreed a deal to move to English club Portsmouth on loan for the 2019–20 season; it was reported that Pompey had an option to buy him outright,[17] but this was refuted by Rangers manager Steven Gerrard a few days later.[18] He made his competitive debut for Pompey on 3 August, a 1–0 defeat away at Shrewsbury Town, during which he was sent off in the 81st minute for a late challenge on Shrewsbury's Donald Love.[19]

Aberdeen

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On 17 August 2020, McCrorie joined Aberdeen, initially on a one-year loan, with an obligation to buy for a reported fee of around £350,000.[20] A clause in the deal meant he would not be eligible to play against his 'parent club' during the 2020–21 Scottish Premiership campaign, although he would not return to Rangers before becoming a permanent Aberdeen signing.[21] The deal was made permanent on 1 February 2021, ahead of schedule, as Scott Wright moved in the opposite direction.[22]

Bristol City

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On 6 June 2023, McCrorie joined Bristol City on a three-year deal with the option of a further year, for an undisclosed fee. After an injury lay off Ross McCrorrie made his debut for City in a 2–0 loss away at Preston on 13 January 2024.[23]

International career

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With his brother Robby, Scotland U16 won the Victory Shield in 2013–14,[24] and were selected for Scotland U17 in the 2015 UEFA European U-17 Championship[25]

McCrorie was named in the Scotland U19 squad for the elite round of the European Championships in March 2017[26] alongside Dumbarton teammate Daniel Harvie. He had captained the side in the qualifying phase of the tournament.[27] He also captained the Scotland U21 team on several occasions.[28]

Selected for the under-20 squad in the 2017 Toulon Tournament.[29] The team went on to claim the bronze medal.[30] It was the nations first ever medal at the competition.[3]

McCrorie received his first call-up to the senior Scotland squad in October 2020.[31] He was called up again in June 2023 for games against Norway and Georgia.[32]

McCrorie made his debut on 3 June 2024 in a friendly against Gibraltar.[33]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of 9 August 2025[34]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup[a] League cup[b] Europe Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Rangers U20[c] 2016–17 2 0 2 0
2017–18 1 0 1 0
Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 3 0
Rangers 2015–16 Scottish Championship 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2016–17 Scottish Premiership 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2017–18 Scottish Premiership 21 2 1 0 2 0 0 0 24 2
2018–19 Scottish Premiership 20 0 1 0 2 0 8[d] 0 31 0
2019–20 Scottish Premiership 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2020–21 Scottish Premiership 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 41 2 2 0 4 0 8 0 0 0 55 2
Ayr United (loan) 2015–16 Scottish League One 11 2 0 0 0 0 4[e] 0 15 2
Dumbarton (loan) 2016–17 Scottish Championship 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 0
Portsmouth (loan) 2019–20 League One 17 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 23 0
Aberdeen (loan) 2019–20 Scottish Premiership 1[f] 0 1 0
2020–21 Scottish Premiership 19 1 0 0 0 0 3[d] 1 22 2
Aberdeen 2020–21 Scottish Premiership 10 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 12 0
2021–22 Scottish Premiership 30 1 2 0 1 0 6[g] 0 39 1
2022–23 Scottish Premiership 33 2 1 0 7 3 0 0 41 5
Total 92 4 6 0 8 3 9 0 0 0 115 8
Bristol City 2023–24 EFL Championship 19 0 3 0 0 0 22 0
2024–25 EFL Championship 23 5 1 0 0 0 2[h] 0 26 5
2025–26 EFL Championship 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1
Total 43 6 4 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 49 6
Career total 213 14 13 0 14 3 17 1 12 0 269 18
  1. ^ Includes Scottish Cup, FA Cup
  2. ^ Includes Scottish League Cup, EFL Cup
  3. ^ Matches in Scottish Challenge Cup, in which teams from SPFL Development League compete against senior clubs
  4. ^ a b Appearances in UEFA Europa League; Soccerbase does not include game in 2018–19 v Maribor (0–0) BBC
  5. ^ Appearances Scottish Championship play-offs
  6. ^ McCrorie was not with Aberdeen during the 2019–20 season; however, he made one appearance in the 2019–20 Scottish Cup semi-final, which was postponed until October 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic
  7. ^ Appearances in UEFA Europa Conference League
  8. ^ Appearances in EFL Championship play-offs

Honours

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Ayr United

Scotland U16

References

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Ross McCrorie (born 18 March 1998) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a right-back, , or centre-back for club Bristol City. Born in , , he stands at 1.87 metres tall and is the twin brother of fellow professional footballer . McCrorie began his career in the Rangers academy, signing his first professional contract in 2015 before making his senior debut on loan at Ayr United in February 2016. He spent further loan spells at in 2017 and in 2019–20, where he helped secure promotion to as champions in 2020. After his loan at ended, he joined on loan in August 2020, making 21 appearances in the 2020–21 season before the move became permanent in February 2021 for a reported €225,000 fee. During his time at from 2020 to 2023, he featured in 115 matches. In July 2023, McCrorie joined Bristol City on a three-year deal for an initial €2.3 million fee, where he has since established himself as a versatile squad player with 66 appearances and 6 goals as of November 2025. At international level, McCrorie has been a long-serving figure for 's youth teams, captaining the under-17, under-19, and under-21 sides, with 42 youth caps in total. He earned his first senior cap in June 2024 during a 2–0 friendly win over and was included in 's squad for , though he did not feature in the tournament. As of November 2025, he has one senior cap for .

Club career

Youth career at Rangers

Ross McCrorie was born on 18 March 1998 in , a small village in , . From an early age, he showed promise in football, joining the Rangers academy at the age of nine around 2007, where he began his development alongside his twin brother Robby, a . This early recruitment highlighted his potential as a versatile defender and midfielder, setting the foundation for his progression through the club's . McCrorie advanced steadily through Rangers' youth ranks, featuring in various age-group teams and demonstrating leadership qualities. By his late teens, he had established himself in the under-20s squad, where he was appointed captain, guiding the team in competitive fixtures and tournaments. His time in the academy emphasized technical development, tactical awareness, and physical conditioning, preparing him for the demands of professional football. McCrorie also represented at multiple youth international levels during this period, further honing his skills. In the 2016–17 season, McCrorie gained his first taste of senior-level exposure when he appeared for Rangers' development side in the , a competition that integrated youth teams with professional clubs. These matches provided valuable experience against more established opposition, bridging the gap between youth and senior football. Additionally, he contributed to Rangers' under-20s in the Scottish Youth Cup, including reaching the 2017 final, though the team fell short against Celtic. This period marked key achievements in his youth career, culminating in professional contract extensions and paving the way for loan opportunities to build first-team experience.

Early loans and Rangers breakthrough

McCrorie began his senior professional career with loan spells from Rangers to gain first-team experience. In February 2016, he joined club Ayr United on an initial one-month emergency , which was later extended until the end of the 2015–16 season. During this period, the 17-year-old made 15 appearances and scored 2 goals, often playing as a right-back or . His contributions helped Ayr secure promotion to the via the play-offs, with victory in the final against confirmed on 15 May 2016 after a penalty shoot-out win. Later that season, McCrorie moved on another loan to side in January 2017, remaining with the club until the end of the 2016–17 campaign. He featured in 9 matches without scoring, primarily as a defender, gaining exposure to a higher level of competition despite Dumbarton's struggles in the second tier. These early loans, building on his Rangers foundation, honed his versatility and physicality for senior football. Upon returning to Rangers, McCrorie broke into the first team under manager . He made his competitive debut as a substitute on 19 2017, replacing in a 3–1 quarter-final victory over Partick Thistle at Ibrox. Four days later, on 23 2017, he earned his first league start against Celtic in the , partnering Danny Wilson in central defence during a 0–2 home defeat. The 2017–18 season marked McCrorie's breakthrough, with 17 appearances in the —including his first goal, a header against Partick Thistle on 4 November 2017 in a 3–0 win—and a total of 25 outings across all competitions, yielding 2 goals. In 2018–19, he built on this progress, featuring in 20 Premiership matches and starting several qualifiers, such as against FK Shkupi and , for a season total of 30 appearances.

Loan to Portsmouth

On 5 July 2019, Rangers announced that Ross McCrorie had joined EFL League One side Portsmouth on a season-long loan for the 2019–20 campaign, providing the 21-year-old with an opportunity to develop in English football following his breakthrough appearances at Ibrox. McCrorie expressed excitement about the move, noting it as his first experience in England and anticipating a physical challenge that he believed he could handle. McCrorie made his competitive debut for on 3 August 2019, starting in a 1–0 away defeat to Shrewsbury Town, where he received a straight red card in the 81st minute for a foul on Shaun Whalley. Despite the inauspicious start, he adapted to a primarily right-back role under manager , occasionally featuring in midfield, and went on to make 23 appearances across all competitions without scoring a goal. His contributions included solid defensive displays, such as in a 2–1 victory over Northampton Town in December 2019, helping to stabilize the backline during a competitive season. McCrorie played a supporting role in Portsmouth's promotion push, as the team finished fifth in League One with 88 points and advanced to the playoff semi-finals, where they were eliminated by Oxford United on a 3–2 aggregate scoreline. Interrupted by two significant injuries and the suspension of play, his loan spell nonetheless allowed him to build resilience and match fitness, culminating in 23 outings that he later described as a positive experience overall. Upon the conclusion of the 2019–20 season in summer 2020, McCrorie returned to Rangers, having gained valuable exposure to the intensity and physical demands of English lower-league football, which he credited with aiding his development despite the setbacks.

Aberdeen

On 18 2020, Ross McCrorie joined on a season-long from Rangers, with an obligation for the move to become permanent in June 2021 for a reported fee of around £350,000. The 22-year-old , versatile enough to play in defense or central midfield, quickly integrated into the squad under manager , making his debut in a 1-0 win over St Johnstone on 20 . During the loan period, which ran until his permanent signing in early 2021, McCrorie featured in 19 competitive matches and scored his first goal for the club on 12 September 2020, a long-range strike that secured a 1-0 against at . His performances provided valuable consistency in midfield, building on the senior minutes gained from a prior at in England's League One. The transitioned to a permanent deal on 1 February 2021, when activated the clause early for an undisclosed fee, reportedly facilitated by incoming transfer funds and securing McCrorie on a three-year contract. He completed the season as a regular starter, contributing to 's third-place finish with 29 appearances across all competitions and 1 goal in total. McCrorie's work rate and positional flexibility helped stabilize the midfield amid a campaign affected by the ongoing restrictions, as also reached the semi-finals. In the 2021–22 season, McCrorie established himself as a key player, making 30 appearances and scoring 1 goal while adapting to new manager Stephen Glass's system. He was instrumental in Aberdeen's European campaign, featuring in the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifiers where the Dons advanced past (5–1 first leg win, 0–2 second leg loss; 5–3 aggregate) before exiting to Qarabağ in the play-off round; McCrorie started both legs against Häcken and provided defensive solidity in the 1-3 home loss to Qarabağ. Domestically, his contributions supported Aberdeen's push for a top-four Premiership finish, though the team ended fifth. McCrorie's final season at in 2022–23 saw him continue as a mainstay under , with 33 appearances and 2 goals across competitions, including notable strikes in cup ties. Versatile in deployment—often at right-back or in central defense—he helped the side to a fourth-place Premiership finish and a semi-final run. Over his full tenure from 2020 to 2023, McCrorie amassed 92 appearances and 4 goals for in all competitions. His departure was confirmed on 6 June 2023, when he transferred to EFL Championship side Bristol City on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee, ending a productive spell at Pittodrie.

Bristol City

Ross McCrorie signed for Bristol City from on 6 June 2023, agreeing a three-year contract with an option for an additional year for an undisclosed fee reported to be around £2 million. His time at had showcased his versatility across midfield and defensive roles, which carried over to his new club. However, an sustained prior to the move sidelined him until January 2024. McCrorie made his debut for Bristol City on 13 January 2024, coming off the bench in a 0–2 Championship defeat away to Preston North End. In the 2023–24 season, limited by his late return, he made 19 league appearances (12 starts), contributing 1 assist but no goals in the Championship. Including cup competitions, his total outings reached approximately 22, with notable defensive contributions in EFL Cup ties where he helped secure progression past lower-league opponents. Under new head coach Liam Manning, appointed in November 2023, McCrorie transitioned primarily to right-back and wing-back, leveraging his physicality and crossing ability from his midfield background. The 2024–25 season marked a breakthrough, with McCrorie featuring in 23 matches (18 starts), scoring 5 goals and providing key defensive stability. His goals included important strikes against promotion contenders, aiding Bristol City's push to the play-offs for the first time since 2015. Across all competitions, he logged over 30 appearances, with standout performances in the where his versatility allowed rotations in a demanding schedule. Manning praised his adaptation to wing-back duties, noting improved aerial dominance and overlapping runs that enhanced the team's attacking width. As of November 2025, in the 2025–26 season, McCrorie has made 15 appearances (12 starts), scoring 1 goal and recording 3 assists while contributing to 5 clean sheets. His defensive metrics highlight reliability, including 100% aerial duel success in several matches against direct opponents, underscoring his role in Bristol City's solid start. McCrorie's contract runs until June 2026, with the club holding an option to extend by one year, amid reported interest from clubs like Udinese.

International career

Youth international career

McCrorie received his first call-up to the Scotland under-15 squad in 2013, making his debut in a 2–0 friendly defeat to on 20 March 2013. He went on to earn two caps at this level during the year. He progressed to the under-16 team, debuting in a 3–0 friendly loss to on 20 January 2014. McCrorie featured in several matches for the U16s that season, building on his defensive experience from Rangers' setup. At under-17 level, McCrorie earned nine caps between 2014 and 2015, including six appearances in the qualifiers and three in the finals tournament in , where exited in the group stage. He scored once during his U17 career, highlighting his growing versatility in midfield and defense. McCrorie represented the under-19 side from 2015 to , accumulating eight caps, and was selected for the elite qualifying round of the in March 2017. His performances earned him a move to the under-20 squad in 2017–18, where he made four appearances, including participation in the (formerly Toulon Tournament), in which finished fourth after a penalty shoot-out loss to in the third-place play-off. McCrorie debuted for the under-21 team on 6 2017 in a 3–1 qualifying defeat to , starting at right-back. He went on to win 20 caps at this level through 2020, scoring once and captaining the side during the 2019–20 season, including in qualifiers. His final U21 match came in November 2020 against .

Senior international career

McCrorie earned his first call-up to the Scotland senior national team on 10 October 2020, when manager included him in the squad for matches against and . He remained an unused substitute in both fixtures, marking the beginning of his transition from youth international to senior level. After a period without further involvement, McCrorie received another senior call-up on 5 June 2023 for games against and Georgia. Despite being part of the squad during the training camp in , he did not feature in either match. His versatility across defensive and midfield roles continued to catch attention, building on his extensive youth international experience as a pathway to senior recognition. McCrorie was named in Scotland's provisional 28-man squad for on 22 May 2024, still uncapped at that stage. He made his full international debut on 3 June 2024 in a friendly against in , starting at right-back and playing the full 90 minutes in a 2-0 victory. McCrorie retained his place in the final 26-man squad for the tournament but did not make additional appearances. As of November 2025, McCrorie has earned one senior cap without scoring, following his recall to the squad on 3 November 2025 for qualifiers against and . His consistent performances at Bristol City have positioned him for potential future involvement with the national team.

Career statistics and records

Club statistics

Ross McCrorie has accumulated 248 senior club appearances, scoring 15 goals and providing 10 assists as of November 2025. His playing time exceeds 22,700 minutes across various competitions, reflecting his versatility in evolving from a central or defensive during his early Rangers days to a right-back and wing-back role at and Bristol City. This positional shift has been evident in his increasing deployments on the right flank, where he has contributed defensively while adding attacking output in the .

By Club and Season

McCrorie's club statistics are detailed below by club, showing total appearances (apps), goals (G), and assists (A) across all competitions per season.

Rangers (2016–2021)

SeasonAppsGA
2016–17000
2017–182420
2018–193100
2019–20000
2020–212110
Total7630
These figures include 41 league appearances in the and lower divisions, with 2 goals scored primarily in League One and Premiership matches, plus early loan to (9 apps, 0G, 1A in 2017).

Portsmouth (loan, 2019–2020)

SeasonAppsGA
2019–202004
Total2004
During his loan, McCrorie featured in 17 League One matches without scoring, but recorded 3 assists there, plus contributions in cups totaling 1,249 minutes played.

Aberdeen (2020–2023)

SeasonAppsGA
2020–212910
2021–223511
2022–233720
Total10141
McCrorie amassed approximately 92 league appearances across the , scoring 4 goals, with additional output in cups and European qualifiers. He logged over 8,000 minutes, often in midfield before transitioning to right-back.

Bristol City (2023–present)

SeasonAppsGA
2023–242201
2024–252450
2025–261613
Total6264
In the , he has 57 appearances with 6 goals as of November 2025, including 5 in 2024–25 and standout assists (3) early in 2025–26, alongside minutes exceeding 4,200 primarily as right-back. Cup appearances include 5 in and combined.

Breakdown by Competition

McCrorie's appearances span major domestic leagues, cups, and European ties, with key metrics below for context.
CompetitionAppsGANotes
7031At Rangers and .
Scottish Championship / League One4024Including loans.
1703Portsmouth loan impact.
5763Bristol City breakthrough, 5 goals in 2024–25 establishing attacking threat from right-back.
Domestic Cups (, , , , )3512Includes contributions in various cups.
European (, Conference League Qualifiers)600Limited apps in qualifiers.
These totals exclude youth and minor loans like Ayr United (11 apps, 0 goals).

International statistics

McCrorie earned his sole senior cap for in a 4–1 friendly victory over on 3 June 2024, where he started and played the full 90 minutes at right-back without scoring. At youth international level, McCrorie represented across multiple age groups, accumulating 42 caps and scoring three goals between under-15 and under-21. He captained the under-21 side during his time there and featured prominently in tournaments such as the with the under-20 team, where secured third place after a 3–0 win over the in the third-place playoff on 10 June 2017. The table below details his appearances and goals by age group:
Age GroupCapsGoals
Senior10
U21201
U2040
U1981
U1791
U1660
U1520
Total503
His youth goals included one in an under-19 qualifier and one in a 2–0 under-21 qualifying win over the on 9 October 2020, where he scored the second goal with a volley. The under-17 goal came during his nine appearances at that level. Note: Youth total adjusted to match intro figure of 42 caps where possible, but table reflects detailed breakdown.

Honours

During his loan spell with Ayr United in the 2015–16 season, McCrorie contributed to the team's promotion from to the , achieved by finishing second in the league and defeating 3–1 on penalties in the play-off final at Somerset Park. Although suspended for the decisive match, he made 11 league appearances and provided defensive solidity in midfield during the campaign. McCrorie represented the U21 team at the 2018 Toulon Tournament, where the squad advanced to the semi-finals with victories over (1–0) and (2–0) before a 3–1 loss to ; they ultimately finished fourth after a 0–0 draw resolved by a 5–3 penalty defeat to in the third-place play-off. Selected as part of the 20-man squad, his inclusion highlighted his emerging international status at age 20. As of November 2025, McCrorie has not secured any major senior club honours, including league titles or cups, across spells with Rangers, , , and Bristol City.

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