Scotland are hoping to follow up their 1-0 win over Haiti with another positive result against Morocco as they eye progression into the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup. Steve Clarke’s side are back on the global stage for the first time since 1998, where they were knocked out in the group stages in France. Now, they are in with a genuine chance of reaching the latter stages of the sport’s biggest competition for the very first time in their history.
John McGinn’s goal at the Gilette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts was a historic one, giving the Tartan Army something to cling onto as their tasks continue to get trickier. They take on a Morocco side that dominated Brazil for large periods in their opening match in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and they came mightily close to an almighty upset, barring a moment of brilliance from Vinicius Junior.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Scotland vs Morocco is scheduled for an 11pm BST kick-off on Friday, June 19, 2026. The match will take place at the Gilette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Where to watch Scotland vs Morocco for FREE
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on ITV1, with coverage starting at 10pm. Live stream: UK viewers can also catch the contest live online via ITVX app or the channel’s website. Free highlights: World Cup highlights are available on FIFA’s official YouTube channel.
Scotland vs Morocco team news
For Scotland, there is one injury concern. That is former Nottingham Forest defender Scott McKenna, who suffered a calf injury before the win over Haiti. He missed training once more in Charlotte, North Carolina on Wednesday. It seems unlikely that he will feature here. Otherwise, Clarke has a full complement to pick from.
Scotland squad
- Goalkeepers: Craig Gordon, Angus Gunn, Liam Kelly
- Defenders: Grant Hanley, Jack Hendry, Aaron Hickey, Dom Hyam, Scott McKenna, Nathan Patterson, Anthony Ralston, Andy Robertson, John Souttar, Kieran Tierney
- Midfielders: Ryan Christie, Findlay Curtis, Lewis Ferguson, Ben Gannon-Doak, Tyler Fletcher, John McGinn, Kenny McLean, Scott McTominay
- Forwards: Che Adams, Lyndon Dykes, George Hirst, Lawrence Shankland, Ross Stewart
As for the Moroccans, there are no injury concerns for manager Mohamed Ouahbi. He will be placing his faith in the same group of players that practically played Brazil off the park for much of their opening encounter, with young midfield star Ayyoub Bouaddi showing why he is being linked to some of the top sides in Europe as he ran the engine room. Ismael Saibari, the PSV forward destined for Bayern Munich, is likely to lead the line again after his deft chip against Brazil, while their right-hand side is where they carry the most threat through captain Achraf Hakimi and Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz.
Morocco squad
- Goalkeepers: Yassine Bounou, Munir El Kajou, Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti
- Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazraoui, Chadi Riad, Issa Diop, Anass Salah-Eddine, Zakaria El Ouahdi, Redouane Halhal, Youssef Belammari, Marwane Saadane
- Midfielders: Sofyan Amrabat, Azzedine Ounahi, Neil El Aynaoui, Bilal El Khannouss, Ismael Saibari, Samir El Mourabet, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Gessime Yassine
- Forwards: Brahim Díaz, Ayoub El Kaabi, Soufiane Rahimi, Chemsdine Talbi, Ayoube Amaimouni, Amine Sbaï
Scotland vs Morocco prediction
Scotland will need to produce a markedly better performance than what they served up against Haiti if they are to avoid defeat here. Morocco were slick, aggressive and up for the fight against Brazil, undone only by a moment of individual brilliance. Can Clarke’s men conjure up another historic victory? Morocco to win, 2-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
- Scotland wins: 0
- Morocco wins: 1
- Draws: 0
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