Scotland faces Brazil in crucial World Cup match
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Scotland is preparing to face Brazil in a World Cup group stage match in Miami, with the team seeking its first-ever win against the Selecao. The two sides have met 10 times over 60 years, with Scotland recording two draws and eight losses. Scotland has never beaten Brazil in four World Cup meetings or six friendlies. The match carries significant stakes for Scotland, as a draw or even a narrow loss could still see them advance to the knockout round for the first time in their history. Scotland has struggled offensively in the tournament, recording only two shots on target in two games. Brazil, meanwhile, has not won the World Cup in 24 years and had a mixed qualification campaign, winning eight, drawing four, and losing six of 18 matches. The game may see the return of Neymar after a two-and-a-half-year absence due to a calf injury.
What’s reported
Scotland and Brazil have played 10 times over 60 years, with Scotland recording two draws and eight losses.
Scotland has never beaten Brazil in four World Cup meetings or six friendlies.
Scotland has only two shots on target in two World Cup games so far.
Brazil has not won the World Cup in 24 years.
Brazil's qualification record: played 18, won eight, drew four, lost six.
Neymar may return after a two-and-a-half-year absence due to a calf injury.
Scotland's Aaron Hickey has an injury, creating a selection issue at right-back.
Ben Gannon-Doak will start for Scotland on Wednesday.
Key figures
Steve Clarke (Scotland manager)
Andy Robertson (Scotland captain)
Aaron Hickey (Scotland player, injured)
Ben Gannon-Doak (Scotland player)
Neymar (Brazil player, potential return)
Vinicius Junior (Brazil player)
Charles Miller (founding father of Brazilian football, son of a man from North Ayrshire)
Sources: BBC News
