Scotland’s World Cup hopes in doubt after Brazil defeat
6 reported
Scotland’s World Cup campaign is on the brink after a 3-0 loss to Brazil in Miami, leaving the team with three points and a minus three goal difference in Group C. Midfielder John McGinn said it is “unlikely” they will advance, while head coach Steve Clarke told BBC Sport, “For sure I think we’re going home.” The Scots must now wait for other groups to finish to see if they can claim one of the eight best third-place spots in the last 32, with Opta giving them a 42% chance. Three poor goals conceded in the match left the camp despondent, with Scott McKenna caught in possession leading to Brazil’s first goal, and defensive errors on crosses allowing two more. McGinn said the players are “gutted” and “empty” but appreciated fan support. Clarke criticized the team’s mistakes, saying, “We gave them the game they wanted.”
What’s reported
Scotland lost 3-0 to Brazil in Miami, finishing third in Group C with three points and a minus three goal difference.
The team must wait for other groups to conclude to see if they qualify as one of the eight best third-place teams.
Opta estimated Scotland’s qualification chances at 42% after the match.
Brazil’s goals came from Vinicius Jr (two) and Matheus Cunha, following defensive errors by Scott McKenna, Angus Gunn, and Nathan Patterson.
John McGinn told BBC Sport it is “unlikely” Scotland will advance, and Steve Clarke said, “For sure I think we’re going home.”
Clarke noted the team made mistakes early and “gave them the game they wanted.”
Key figures
John McGinn, Scotland midfielder
Steve Clarke, Scotland head coach
Scott McKenna, Scotland defender
Angus Gunn, Scotland goalkeeper
Nathan Patterson, Scotland full-back
Vinicius Jr, Brazil forward
Matheus Cunha, Brazil forward (Manchester United)
Rayan, Bournemouth forward
Bruno Guimaraes, Brazil midfielder
Sources: BBC News
