Scott was left out of Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions squad on Friday, and responded to that with a superb showing against Manchester United that evening.
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He was awarded man of the match on the night, the Cherries midfielder standing out, particularly up against United’s Kobbie Mainoo, who was called up by Tuchel.
Asked about his performance in the context of missing out on the England squad, Scott told Sky Sports: “It's definitely fuel.
Alex Scott. (Image: Richard Crease)
“Obviously disappointed, everyone wants to play for their country, but in England there's so many top players.
“I think you see Kobbie was playing today, there's unreal players in the midfield spot, so it's tough to get into that squad.
“So for me now, it's head down, keep focusing, keep performing, and yeah, hopefully I put myself in the best position possible for the summer.”