Scottish coach discusses Gannon-Doak's importance before Brazil match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Ahead of Scotland's final World Cup Group C match against Brazil, Scott Allan emphasized the significance of Ben Gannon-Doak's role in the team's preparation. Gannon-Doak started Scotland's earlier victory against Haiti and contributed to the winning goal but came off the bench during the loss to Morocco. Allan highlighted the need for the team to be braver and more effective on the ball, noting that Brazil lacks fluidity. He also pointed out the threat posed by Vinicius Jr, stating that stopping him is crucial for Scotland's chances in Miami.
- •Scotland faces Brazil in their final Group C match.
- •Ben Gannon-Doak played a key role in the win against Haiti.
- •Scott Allan stresses the need for a more effective attack.
- •Vinicius Jr. is identified as a major threat for Brazil.
- •Scotland could progress despite two group stage losses.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — Gannon-Doak role 'main topic' for Scotland - Allan
"Scott Allan believes Ben Gannon-Doak's role in Scotland's final World Cup Group C fixture with Brazil is "the main topic" in how the Scots prepare. The winger started the win against Haiti, playing a role in the winning goal, and came off the bench in the loss to Morocco. "I feel like when we land on the ball, we never really know what the next pass is," former Celtic and Hibernian midfielder Allan told the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast.
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