John McGinn scores as Scotland leads in World Cup return

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

John McGinn scores as Scotland leads in World Cup return
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Scotland made their World Cup return on June 14, celebrating their first goal in 28 years. John McGinn, playing for Aston Villa, scored the goal at Boston Stadium, giving Scotland a 1-0 lead. This marks the first time since Craig Burley in 1998 that Scotland has found the net in a World Cup match. The match is still in progress, with Scotland currently ahead as fans cheer for their team's resurgence on this global stage.

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  • Scotland returned to the World Cup on June 14.
  • John McGinn scored Scotland's first World Cup goal in 28 years.
  • Scotland leads 1-0 against their opponent.
  • The match is being held at Boston Stadium.
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Scotland are back at the World Cup, and it took 28 years for their fans to celebrate a goal on football’s biggest stage once again. John McGinn, an Aston Villa player, became a national hero by sco...

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