Scotland
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About
Scotland return to the World Cup for the first time since France 1998, ending a 28-year drought that has defined a generation of Scottish football. Under Steve Clarke, who has been in charge since 2019 and guided Scotland to Euro 2020 and Euro 2024, the Tartan Army finally have their moment on the world stage. Captain Andy Robertson of Liverpool brings Champions League pedigree, while the Napoli duo of Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour form one of the most dynamic midfield partnerships in the tournament. John McGinn's box-to-box energy at Aston Villa completes a midfield that can compete with anyone. Drawn into Group C with Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti, Scotland face a demanding but not impossible task. They open against Haiti on June 14 at Gillette Stadium in Boston — a match they are expected to win and which sets the tone for the entire campaign. Morocco await on June 19, also in Boston, before the ultimate test against Brazil on June 24 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The group echoes 1998, when Scotland faced Brazil and Morocco — losing both. This time, with a stronger squad and the expanded 48-team format, second place behind Brazil or Morocco is a realistic target. Expected performance: Round of 32. Scotland's strength is their midfield quality and Clarke's tactical organization, honed over five years together. Beating Haiti and taking something from the Morocco or Brazil matches would be enough to advance. For a nation starved of World Cup football since 1998, simply being there is a triumph — but this squad has the quality to make it count.
Group Stage Schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the coach of Scotland at World Cup 2026?
Steve Clarke is the head coach of Scotland at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He has been in charge since 2019 and guided Scotland to their first World Cup since 1998, as well as consecutive European Championships in 2020 and 2024.
What group is Scotland in at World Cup 2026?
Scotland is in Group C alongside Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti. The group mirrors 1998, when Scotland also faced Brazil and Morocco at their last World Cup appearance.
When does Scotland play at World Cup 2026?
Scotland opens against Haiti on June 14 at Gillette Stadium in Boston. They face Morocco on June 19, also at Gillette Stadium, and close the group stage against Brazil on June 24 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
When was Scotland's last World Cup?
Scotland's last World Cup appearance was France 1998, where they were eliminated in the group stage after losing to Brazil and Morocco and drawing with Norway. The 2026 tournament ends a 28-year absence.
Who is the captain of Scotland at World Cup 2026?
Andy Robertson of Liverpool is the captain of Scotland at the 2026 World Cup. The left-back is the most capped player in the squad with 92 appearances and brings Champions League experience to the team.