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Scotland vs Brazil Match Summary
Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
Match Date | Wednesday 24 June 2026 |
Match Time | 23:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Miami, Miami Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | BBC 1, RTE 2 |
Group C reaches its finale in Miami as Scotland take on five-time world champions Brazil, a fixture loaded with knockout-stage consequences for both nations under the Florida lights.
Scotland sit third with three points after a 1-0 win over Haiti and a 1-0 loss to Morocco. A draw or better would all-but seal a historic knockout place.
Brazil top the group on four points following a 3-0 thumping of Haiti and a 1-1 draw with Morocco. They need a result to clinch top spot.
History is grim for the Scots, who have never beaten Brazil and lost their last four meetings. This is also their first World Cup clash since 1998.
Scotland vs Brazil Form
Scotland's tournament has been built on a stubborn, organised back line, producing two tight outings: a 1-0 win over Haiti and a narrow 1-0 defeat to Morocco. They were unable to break Morocco down on Friday. Scott McTominay remains their main attacking outlet from midfield, but goals have been hard to come by so far.
Brazil finally clicked against Haiti, racing into a 3-0 win on the back of a Matheus Cunha double after a flat 1-1 draw with Morocco. They have scored four and conceded just once across two matches. With Vinicius Junior providing direct threat down the left, they carry the group's most dangerous forward line.
Scotland vs Brazil Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Scotland: Kieran Tierney (Injured/doubtful)
Brazil: Raphinha (Injured/doubtful)
Scotland
Steve Clarke picked a defensive team against Morocco and looks likely to stick with it here. Lawrence Shankland will have to settle for a place on the bench, though Ben Gannon-Doak's blistering pace could earn him a start. Kieran Tierney came off injured against Morocco but has since returned to training and looks set to feature.
Brazil
Raphinha looks set to miss out after a muscle injury against Haiti, with Bournemouth's Rayan, who replaced him in the 3-0 win, in line to start. Matheus Cunha keeps his place up front following his double. Neymar is pushing to make his first outing of the tournament after missing Brazil's opening two matches.
Scotland vs Brazil Predicted Lineup
Scotland
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Gunn; N. Patterson, J. Hendry, G. Hanley, A. Robertson; R. Christie, L. Ferguson; B. Gannon-Doak, S. McTominay, J. McGinn; C. Adams. Bench: To be confirmed.
Brazil
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Becker; Danilo, G. Magalhães, Marquinhos, D. Santos; B. Guimarães, Fabinho; Rayan, L. Paquetá, V. Júnior; M. Cunha. Bench: To be confirmed.
Scotland vs Brazil Key Stats & Match Facts
Brazil have won their last four meetings with Scotland in all competitions.
The head-to-head record reads one draw and four Brazil wins, with Scotland yet to beat them.
Brazil have dominated possession in their recent meetings, averaging close to 54% against Scotland's 43.7%.
Scotland's only competitive result of note against Brazil was a nil-nil draw at the 1974 World Cup.
Brazil rank top of Group C for both form and standing, with Scotland sitting third on both counts.
Scotland vs Brazil Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Brazil have far too much quality for a stubborn Scotland side, and we expect Carlo Ancelotti's men to edge a competitive contest. Brazil to win, 1-3 the call.
Best Bets
Brazil are heavily fancied to win, and 2/5 (Coral) on the away side fits a prediction that has them comfortably on top in Group C.
For a longer price that still backs the favourites' edge, No in the Both Teams To Score market appeals at 4/6 (William Hill), with Scotland struggling badly for goals so far.
Scotland vs Brazil Bet Builder
Our three-leg builder leans on Brazil's firepower and a feisty midfield battle: Vinicius Junior anytime scorer, plus cards for Casemiro and Brazil over 1.5 team cards.
Vinicius Junior to score anytime is the headline leg. The Brazil winger is their most direct threat down the left and rated their likeliest goalscorer in this fixture.
Casemiro to be shown a card suits his combative, stop-start style in the engine room, especially against pacy Scottish runners in transition.
Brazil over 1.5 team cards rounds it off, with their defence facing constant transitional pressure and the tempo of a knockout-defining group game.
Best odds of 14/1 at BetMGM UK while publishing.
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Scotland vs Brazil Talking Points
Scotland's first knockout-stage spot in their history hinges on finally getting a result against Brazil, a side they have never beaten. Their organised block will be tested by the tournament's most dangerous wide threat in Vinicius Junior, while Brazil know a draw qualifies them but only a win guarantees top spot in Group C. With the Tartan Army out in force in the Florida heat, expect a charged, messy occasion where Scotland's discipline meets Brazil's class.
Scotland vs Brazil Predictions FAQs
When is the Scotland vs Brazil World Cup 2026 game?
The match is scheduled to kick off on Wednesday 24 June 2026 at 23:00 UK time.
What is the prediction for Scotland vs Brazil?
Brazil are the favourites to win, but Scotland will look to secure a strong result in this World Cup 2026 fixture.
Where can I watch Scotland vs Brazil?
Broadcast details for the World Cup 2026 match will be confirmed closer to kick-off.
What are the best betting tips for Scotland vs Brazil?
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