Ecuador and Sweden qualify for World Cup last 32 as Scotland faces elimination
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:30 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Ecuador and Sweden secured their places in the last 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Scotland, however, remains on the brink of elimination with only a 5.26% chance of advancing. For Scotland to qualify, they need Senegal and Iraq to draw, along with losses from Uruguay and Iran in upcoming matches. The current tournament dynamics leave Scotland's hopes hanging by a thread as the group stage progresses.
- •Ecuador and Sweden advance as third-placed teams in World Cup.
- •Scotland requires specific results to keep qualifying hopes alive.
- •Scotland's chance of progression stands at 5.26%.
- •Upcoming matches will be crucial for Scotland's fate.
- 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Ecuador & Sweden into last 32 to leave Scotland on the brink
"All the latest as more teams book their place in the last 32 which could mean Scotland's World Cup journey is coming to an end.
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