Scotland
World Cup 2026 | Group C | Power rating | World rank #34
About Scotland
Scotland are one of the oldest national teams in the game. A UEFA side, they enter the 2026 World Cup rated 1729 -34th of the 48 teams -in Group C.
A historic footballing nation that has long battled to reach the World Cup's knockout rounds. Committed, hard-working and spirited, with intensity and set-piece threat.
Drawn alongside Brazil, Morocco and Haiti, their toughest group test on paper is the meeting with Brazil. The model lists them 3rd in the group and to fall short of the knockout rounds.
Detailed team profile
Overview
Scotland return to the World Cup with a hard-running, midfield-led team.
World Cup history
Scotland are back at the finals for the first time since 1998 and are making their ninth World Cup appearance. They have never progressed beyond the first round or group stage.
Recent form
Scotland qualified by winning their UEFA group, sealing the place with a dramatic 4-2 victory over Denmark.
2026 World Cup angle
The expanded format gives Scotland a better chance to end their long wait for knockout football. Their midfield experience and set-piece quality need to translate into points early against Haiti.
Group-stage results & analysis
| Match | Score | Scotland model share |
|---|---|---|
| vs ππΉ Haiti FT | 1 : 0 | -- |
| vs π²π¦ Morocco FT | 0 : 1 | -- |
| vs π§π· Brazil FT | 0 : 3 | -- |