Scotland still have a realistic chance of reaching the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in their history, ahead of their final group game against Brazil. Steve Clarke's side began the tournament with a 1-0 victory over Haiti but suffered a 1-0 defeat to Morocco, leaving work to be done against Brazil to secure a place in the round of 32.
Round of 32 Scenarios
As group winners: If Scotland top their group, they would face the runner-up from Group F on Monday, June 29 in Houston at 6pm local time. Potential opponents include the Netherlands, Japan, or Sweden.
As group runner-up: Finishing second would set up a match against the Group F winners on Tuesday, June 30 at 2am local time in Guadalajara. Again, the Netherlands, Japan, or Sweden are possible opponents.
As third-placed team: Scotland could advance as one of the top eight third-placed teams and face the group winner from Group A, E, or I. Possible opponents include Mexico, Germany, or France, with matches on Monday, June 29 in Boston (v Group E winners, 9:30pm), Tuesday, June 30 in New Jersey (v Group I winners, 10pm), or Wednesday, July 1 in Mexico City (v Group A winners, 2am).
Round of 16 Prospects
As group winners: A round of 16 clash at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday, July 5 at 9pm, likely against Norway or Ivory Coast.
As group runner-up: A favourable path could see Scotland face South Korea in Houston on Saturday, July 4 at 6pm.
As third-placed team: Tougher opponents await, with a potential match against France in Philadelphia on Saturday, July 4 at 10pm or England in Mexico City on Monday, July 6 at 1am.
Quarter-final Challenges
As group winners: A tantalising clash against England in Miami on Saturday, July 11 at 10pm.
As group runner-up: A match-up against France in Boston on Thursday, July 9 at 9pm.
As third-placed team: The Netherlands in Boston on Thursday, July 9 at 9pm or Brazil in Miami on Saturday, July 11 at 10pm.
Semi-final Hopes
As group winners: A potential semi-final against defending champions Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 15 at 8pm.
As group runner-up: Spain appear the most likely opponents in Dallas on Tuesday, July 14 at 8pm.
As third-placed team: Spain in Dallas on Tuesday, July 14 at 8pm or Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 15 at 8pm.
Final Dream
As group winners: A historic final against reigning European champions Spain in New York on July 19 at 8pm.
As group runner-up: A classic final against England in New York on July 19 at 8pm.
As third-placed team: Spain or Argentina in the final, whichever was not faced in the semi-finals.
