Scotland eliminated from 2026 World Cup after loss to Brazil

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Scotland eliminated from 2026 World Cup after loss to Brazil

Summary

Scotland has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup, unable to qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams. This follows their final group match, a 3-0 defeat to Brazil in Miami. Scotland started the tournament with a 1-0 win against Haiti but suffered losses to Morocco and Brazil, finishing third in their group with three points and a -3 goal difference. Croatia's recent victory over Ghana confirmed Scotland's exit from the tournament, marking another group-stage conclusion for the team.

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Key Details

•Scotland lost 3-0 to Brazil in their final group match.
•They finished the group stage with three points.
•Croatia's win over Ghana sealed Scotland's elimination.
•Scotland last qualified for a World Cup in 1998.
•This marks their ninth World Cup appearance without progressing past group stage.

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