Scotland prepares to face Morocco in World Cup group match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 9:28 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Scotland faces Morocco on Friday in Foxborough for their second Group C match of the World Cup. The team, coming off a 1-0 victory against Haiti, is aiming for a draw or win to solidify their chances for advancing to the knockout stage for the first time. The Scottish squad is expected to adjust their formation, possibly switching to a three-at-the-back setup against a strong Moroccan team, ranked seventh in the world. Scotland seeks to overcome past defeats, including a 3-0 loss to Morocco in 1998.
- •Scotland won their opening match against Haiti.
- •Morocco holds a strong ranking and finished well in their last World Cup.
- •Scotland lost to Morocco in the 1998 World Cup.
- •Potential formation changes are being considered by Scotland's coach Steve Clarke.
- •The match takes place at Foxborough stadium.
- 9:28 AMYahoo Sports — Five things to look out for as Scotland bid to continue dream World Cup start against Morocco
"Scotland and the Tartan Army return to Foxborough on Friday to face Morocco in their second World Cup group stage game
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