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Scotland national football team's 2026 World Cup campaign is on the brink of collapse after a 0-3 defeat to Brazil. The loss has left the team's manager, Steve Clarke, believing they are 'going home'.
What happened?
Scotland were beaten 3-0 by Brazil in their final Group C game, with goals from Vinicius Junior and Matheus Cunha.
The team's goal difference has taken a huge blow, and they now sit sixth in the standings with a minus-three goal difference.
Why it matters for Scotland national football team
The top eight third-place teams will qualify for the knockout rounds, and goal difference will be crucial in determining which teams progress.
Scotland's players, including Andy Robertson and John McGinn, have admitted that they fear they are heading home.
What comes next?
The team will have to wait and see how the other group games play out, but their chances of progressing to the knockout rounds look slim.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Last result | Liechtenstein 0-4 Scotland (2025-06-09) |
| Current goal difference | -3 |
The Scotland national football team will be hoping for a miracle if they are to progress to the next round.
Their fate is now out of their hands, and they will have to rely on other teams to do them a favor.
The wait will be agonizing for the team and their fans, but they will have to wait and see what happens in the remaining group games.
The 2026 World Cup has been a disappointing campaign for the Scotland national football team so far, and it looks like it may be coming to an end sooner rather than later.
