The match between Brazil and Scotland at the 2026 World Cup takes place Wednesday at 22:00 GMT at the Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, USA. It marks the fifth meeting between the two sides at a World Cup.
Brazil leads Group C with four points. A win or draw against Scotland, combined with Morocco failing to beat Haiti, would see Brazil advance to the round of 32 as group winners. Scotland, with three points after beating Haiti, aims to reach the knockout stage of a major tournament for the first time in its history.
Neymar returns to Brazil squad
The 34-year-old attacking midfielder has recovered from injury and is available for the match. He missed the first two group games due to a serious knee injury sustained in 2023. Coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed: “Neymar can play. He has trained seriously and is ready to help the team.” However, he did not disclose whether Neymar would start.
Scotland hungers for history
Scotland has never advanced past the World Cup group stage. Coach Steve Clarke said: “If we are the first Scotland team to do that, it would be a very special moment.” Captain Andrew Robertson urged his teammates to bring joy to the Tartan Army fans.
Head-to-head record
Scotland has never beaten Brazil in 10 encounters. At World Cups, Brazil has won all four matches against Scotland (1974: 0-0 draw, 1982, 1990 and 1998 all 2-1 wins). Scotland has never beaten a South American team at the World Cup.
Win probability
According to Opta statistics, Brazil has a 68.1% chance of winning, a 19% chance of drawing, and Scotland only 12.9%.
Team news
Brazil is without Raphinha due to a hamstring injury. Expected lineup: Alisson Becker; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhaes, Douglas Santos; Casemiro, Bruno Guimaraes, Lucas Paqueta; Vinicius Jr, Matheus Cunha, Rayan.
Scotland has Scott McKenna back in training, while Aaron Hickey remains doubtful. Expected lineup: Angus Gunn; Nathan Patterson, Jack Hendry, Grant Hanley, Andrew Robertson; John McGinn, Scott McTominay, Lewis Ferguson, Ryan Christie, Ben Gannon-Doak; Che Adams.
