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Scotland opens World Cup with victory over Haiti as McGinn scores

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Scotland opens World Cup with victory over Haiti as McGinn scores

Summary

Scotland emerged victorious against Haiti in their World Cup opening match on June 14, 2026, with John McGinn netting the sole goal. This win marked Scotland's first World Cup victory in 36 years, positioning them at the top of their group, ahead of Morocco and Brazil, who drew their match. Manager Steve Clarke expressed his pride in the team's performance, highlighting the perseverance and experience of his players, especially following disappointing outings in previous tournaments. The team looks to build on this success as they progress in the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•John McGinn scores the only goal in Scotland's World Cup opener.
•Scotland wins a World Cup match for the first time in 36 years.
•The victory places Scotland at the top of their group.
•Steve Clarke praises his players for their experience and dedication.
•Scotland aims to continue their success in upcoming matches.

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8:55 AMYahoo Sports — ‘They’ve been so good for seven years’ – Clarke says Scotland players deserve long-awaited World Cup win

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Steve Clarke says he is delighted for his Scotland players after winning their opening game of the World Cup against Haiti.John McGinn scored the only goal of the game as Scotland moved top of their g...
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