Group C · FIFA World Cup 2026
🏴 Scotland at World Cup 2026
Scotland enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group C alongside Brazil, Morocco, Haiti. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group C
Confederation
UEFA
World Cups
9
Best result
Group stage
Host nation
No
Scotland group-stage fixtures
Scotland plays three group-stage matches in Group C. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Jun 13 | 21:00 ET | 🇭🇹 Haiti vs 🏴 Scotland | Group C | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough |
| 30 | Jun 19 | 18:00 ET | 🏴 Scotland vs 🇲🇦 Morocco | Group C | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough |
| 49 | Jun 24 | 18:00 ET | 🏴 Scotland vs 🇧🇷 Brazil | Group C | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
Group C opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Scotland at the 2026 World Cup
Escocia tiene la peculiar distinción de haber participado en 8 Mundiales anteriores sin superar nunca la fase de grupos. Los "Tartan Army" regresan con su 9ª participación en 2026 buscando finalmente avanzar a la ronda eliminatoria.
In 2026, Scotland faces Brazil, Morocco, Haiti in the group stage. The top two teams in Group C qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Scotland post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Scotland qualify from Group C?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group C
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group C with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group C
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Scotland in at the 2026 World Cup?
Scotland is in Group C with Brazil, Morocco, Haiti.
When does Scotland play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Scotland opens the group stage on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 21:00 ET at gillette.
How can Scotland qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group C advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Scotland can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Scotland appeared in?
Scotland has appeared in 9 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Group stage.
What is Scotland's best World Cup result?
Scotland's best result is Group stage.
Is Scotland a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Scotland qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Scotland play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Scotland plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group C opponents: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.