Scotland struggles against Morocco in World Cup match amid penalty disputes
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 12:26 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Scotland faces Morocco in a FIFA World Cup Group C match on June 19, 2026, at Boston Stadium. Ismael Saibari scored for Morocco just 70 seconds into the game, giving them an early lead. Scotland's players John McGinn and Scott McTominay both had penalty appeals turned down during the match. With no shots on target, Scotland's hopes of advancing now rely on a result against Brazil on June 24.
- •Scotland trails Morocco 0-1 in World Cup Group C match.
- •Saibari scored for Morocco in the 2nd minute.
- •McGinn and McTominay had penalty appeals denied.
- •Scotland must secure a result against Brazil on June 24.
"Scotland were denied at least one penalty as hopes of creating history at the World Cup suffered a blow against Morocco.
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