Scotland take on Brazil in their final Group C match at the 2026 World Cup, with a place in the knockout stages at stake for the Tartan Army. Steve Clarke's side currently sit second in the group after a win over Haiti and a defeat to Morocco, while five-time champions Brazil are top following a draw and a win.
Match Details and How to Watch
The match kicks off at 11pm BST on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. UK viewers can watch live and free on BBC One, with coverage starting at 10pm. A live stream is available via BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website. Highlights will be posted on FIFA's official YouTube channel and the BBC iPlayer and ITVX apps.
Team News and Selection Headaches
Scotland have no fresh injury concerns. Scott McTominay is expected to play a key role after having a penalty appeal turned down against Morocco. Manager Steve Clarke faces selection dilemmas, particularly in midfield and attack. Ben Gannon-Doak, who started against Haiti but was dropped for Morocco, may return to add dribbling threat. John McGinn and Ryan Christie both started against Morocco, pushing McTominay into a number 10 role behind Che Adams. Clarke must decide whether to stick with that setup or revert to a more familiar formation.
Brazil welcome back Neymar, who missed the first two games but is confirmed available by coach Carlo Ancelotti. However, Barcelona forward Raphinha is likely to miss out with a hamstring injury. Matheus Cunha's double against Haiti solidified his place after Igor Thiago was dropped following a poor display against Morocco. Ancelotti may look to Vinicius Jr and Cunha to provide the cutting edge that has been lacking so far.
Prediction and Head-to-Head Record
Brazil have been unconvincing, outplayed by Morocco in a 1-1 draw and only comfortable against Haiti after a slow start. Scotland, needing only a point to guarantee progression, could sit deep and frustrate the South Americans. However, Brazil's individual quality is likely to tell. A 3-0 win for Brazil is predicted, which would eliminate Scotland unless other results go their way.
The head-to-head record heavily favors Brazil: eight wins and two draws from ten meetings, with Scotland yet to win. The teams last met in a 2011 friendly, which Brazil won 2-0.
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