Scotland secures spot in 2026 World Cup after Denmark win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Scotland qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Denmark 4-2. Scott McTominay scored an impressive overhead kick, while Kenny McLean added a notable goal from his own half. The victory marked Scotland's return to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, finishing top of Group C. Scotland's World Cup matches will begin on June 14 against Haiti in Boston, followed by Morocco and Brazil.
- •Scotland defeats Denmark 4-2 to qualify for World Cup
- •McTominay scores a notable overhead kick
- •Scotland to face Haiti, Morocco, and Brazil in group stage
- •First World Cup for Scotland since 1998
- •Matches start on June 14, 2026 in Boston
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Scotland’s route 2026 World Cup qualification
"It was a night that saw two of Scotland’s greatest goals scored on the international stage, both in their quality and consequence. Scott McTominay’s ridiculous overhead kick, featured on nation’...
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