Scotland's national team is in the midst of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

What happened?

Brazil have demanded that a World Cup referee never officiates them again after a controversy in their win over Scotland. The match ended 3-0 in favor of Brazil, with Vinicius Jr scoring two goals. However, Brazil were unhappy with a decision that went against them in the opening 45 minutes.

Why it matters for Scotland

The decision to disallow a goal has sparked controversy, with Brazil filing a formal complaint to FIFA. The Brazilian FA president, Samir Xaud, has requested that the referee, Cesar Ramos, does not take charge of any of their remaining games. This comes after a "negative history" with the Mexican official, dating back to 2018.

What comes next?

Scotland's recent form has been mixed, with a record of 1W-0D-1L in their last two matches. Their last result was a 4-0 win over Liechtenstein on 2025-06-09. | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2025-06-09 | Liechtenstein | 4-0 | | | | 1W-0D-1L | As the tournament progresses, Scotland will face tough challenges, including their upcoming matches. Carlo Ancelotti's side comfortably won the match, but the controversy has left a sour taste. Vinicius Jr's form has been impressive, with four goals in the World Cup so far. Ancelotti praised Vinicius Jr, saying "Vini is in great form at the moment and the team helps him a lot.",

Current context

As of 27 Jun 2026, Scotland's national team is preparing for their next match. With the World Cup in full swing, Scotland will be looking to improve their performance and make a lasting impact on the tournament.