Scotland concedes early goal in loss to Morocco at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:48 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Scotland lost 1-0 to Morocco in their second match of the 2026 World Cup held at Boston Stadium. Ismael Saibari scored the quickest goal of the tournament just 72 seconds into the match, capitalizing on a defensive error. Scotland manager Steve Clarke expressed regret over the early lapse, stating he wished for a chance to restart the game. The loss complicates Scotland's path to the knockout stage, impacting their standings in the tournament.
- •Scotland plays Morocco at Boston Stadium.
- •Ismael Saibari scores in the 2nd minute.
- •Scottish defense falters early in the match.
- •Clarke expresses wish to start the game over.
- •Scotland's knockout stage hopes are affected.
- 2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Scotland rues early goal in loss to Morocco: 'Wish we could start again'
"Scotland's manager Steve Clarke ruined that his team allowed the fastest goal of the 2026 World Cup in its 1-0 loss to Morocco.
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