Scotland
Friday, 19 June 2026
Thursday, 18 June 2026
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![John McGinn's goggles celebration carries a wider message]()
John McGinn's goggles celebration carries a wider message
John McGinn says his goggles celebration began with nephew Jack's eyesight and now helps children feel more comfortable wearing glasses.
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![John McGinn’s goggles story turns Scotland’s World Cup opener into something bigger]()
John McGinn’s goggles story turns Scotland’s World Cup opener into something bigger
John McGinn explains the goggles celebration after Scotland’s 1-0 win over Haiti, tying it to nephew Jack’s eyesight and goggles.
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![Scotland vs Morocco selection debate centres on shape, Christie and McKenna]()
Scotland vs Morocco selection debate centres on shape, Christie and McKenna
Scotland's selection calls for Morocco are under scrutiny, with pundits backing a shape change, Ryan Christie’s return and Scott McKenna in contention.
Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Monday, 15 June 2026
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![Scotland's World Cup return is being sold as a no-regrets reset]()
Scotland's World Cup return is being sold as a no-regrets reset
Scotland are back at the men’s World Cup after 28 years, with Andy Robertson and Steve Clarke framing it as a no-regrets reset.
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![Grant Hanley emotional after Scotland's historic win over Haiti]()
Grant Hanley emotional after Scotland's historic win over Haiti
Grant Hanley said Scotland's 1-0 World Cup win over Haiti was emotional, tense and must-win as he reflected on family, pressure and the long wait for a victory.
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![Scotland's shape debate ahead of Morocco is the real story]()
Scotland's shape debate ahead of Morocco is the real story
Scott Allan and Andy Halliday expect Scotland to change shape for Morocco, weighing midfield control against extra defensive cover after the Haiti win.
Sunday, 14 June 2026
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![Scotland’s 1-0-2 gamble pays off in opening World Cup win]()
Scotland’s 1-0-2 gamble pays off in opening World Cup win
Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 in Boston, with John McGinn scoring in the 28th minute and Steve Clarke’s 4-4-2 helping the Scots hold on.
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![John McGinn beaming after Scotland's World Cup opener win]()
John McGinn beaming after Scotland's World Cup opener win
John McGinn said he was beaming with pride after his scuffed winner gave Scotland a 1-0 World Cup opening victory over Haiti.
Saturday, 13 June 2026
Friday, 12 June 2026
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![Scotland’s World Cup feel-good story goes beyond the pitch]()
Scotland’s World Cup feel-good story goes beyond the pitch
A teenage fan’s winning Scotland World Cup bus artwork and Adidas’s Choose Scotland advert show how McTominay, nostalgia and pride are driving the build-up.
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![Scotland world cup opener: Clarke wants a stronger start against Haiti]()
Scotland world cup opener: Clarke wants a stronger start against Haiti
Steve Clarke wants Scotland to do something special against Haiti, with Scott McTominay fit again and a squad-first message before the opener.
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![Lawrence Shankland one step closer to Scotland's No 9 role]()
Lawrence Shankland one step closer to Scotland's No 9 role
Lawrence Shankland has 4 goals in 173 Scotland minutes since last August, and former coaches say his delayed rise has finally caught up with his talent.
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![Scott McTominay races against time in Scotland's World Cup opener]()
Scott McTominay races against time in Scotland's World Cup opener
Scott McTominay travels separately with medical staff after stomach upset as Scotland prepare for first World Cup in 28 years. Latest on Haiti opener fitness.
Thursday, 11 June 2026
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![Scott McTominay misses Scotland training but Haiti worry looks limited]()
Scott McTominay misses Scotland training but Haiti worry looks limited
Scott McTominay missed Scotland training with a stomach issue, but reports say he should still be available for the Haiti opener.
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![Craig Gordon one world cup appearance from history]()
Craig Gordon one world cup appearance from history
Craig Gordon says making the World Cup at 43 is already a triumph, and if he plays he could become the second-oldest player in World Cup history.
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![Scotland vs Haiti preview: Nazon and Isidor give Scotland an early test]()
Scotland vs Haiti preview: Nazon and Isidor give Scotland an early test
Scotland begin their World Cup campaign against Haiti, with Duckens Nazon’s scoring record and Wilson Isidor’s form posing a real opener test.
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Groups
Standings Group A
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Mexico | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | +7 | 12 |
| 2 (Qualification) |  South Africa | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 4 |
| 3 |  South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| 4 |  Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 1 |
Standings Group B
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Switzerland | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +4 | 11 |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Canada | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | +3 | 7 |
| 3 |  Bosnia & Herzegovina | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 4 |
| 4 |  Qatar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -8 | 1 |
Standings Group C
Standings Group D
Standings Group E
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Germany | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +6 | 7 |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Ivory Coast | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +1 | 6 |
| 3 |  Ecuador | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 4 |
| 4 |  Curaçao | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -8 | 1 |
Standings Group F
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Netherlands | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | +6 | 8 |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Japan | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | +3 | 5 |
| 3 |  Sweden | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 4 |
| 4 |  Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -10 | 0 |
Standings Group G
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Belgium | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +7 | 11 |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Egypt | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| 3 |  Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 |  New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -6 | 1 |
Standings Group H
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Spain | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | +13 | 22 |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Cape Verde Islands | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | -1 | 3 |
| 3 |  Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| 4 |  Saudi Arabia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -4 | 2 |
Standings Group I
Standings Group J
Standings Group K
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
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| 1 (Qualification) |  Colombia | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | +4 | 11 |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Portugal | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +5 | 8 |
| 3 |  Congo DR | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 |  Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -9 | 0 |
Standings Group L
Standings Group Stage
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) | Spain | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | +13 | 22 |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Norway | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 12 |
| 3 | Belgium | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +7 | 11 |
| 4 |  Brazil | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +6 | 10 |
| 5 | Netherlands | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | +6 | 8 |
| 6 | Portugal | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +5 | 8 |
| 7 |  Croatia | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 6 |
| 8 | Japan | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | +3 | 5 |
| 9 |  Paraguay | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -3 | 5 |
| 10 | Congo DR | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 11 |  Ghana | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 4 |
| 12 | Ecuador | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 4 |
| 13 | Sweden | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 4 |
| 14 |  Austria | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 4 |
| 15 | Bosnia & Herzegovina | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 4 |
| 16 |  Algeria | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 4 |
| 17 |  Senegal | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | +1 | 3 |
| 18 | Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 19 | Cape Verde Islands | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | -1 | 3 |
| 20 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| 21 |  Türkiye | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| 22 |  Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| 23 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| 24 | Saudi Arabia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -4 | 2 |
| 25 | Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 1 |
| 26 | New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -6 | 1 |
| 27 | Qatar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -8 | 1 |
| 28 |  Panama | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
| 29 |  Jordan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |
| 30 | Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -9 | 0 |
| 31 |  Iraq | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -11 | 0 |