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Paqueta discusses Neymar's return & Raphinha's absence ahead of Scotland clash

Lucas Paqueta answered reporters' questions at the press conference ahead of Brazil's match against Scotland.

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Ismael Saibari reveals Morocco's target after victory over Scotland at World Cup

Morocco attacking midfielder Ismael Saibari has set the target of the North Africans winning every remaining match in the FIFA World Cup following their 1-0 victory against Scotland at Boston Stadium on Friday.

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Ancelotti teases Neymar appearance against Scotland in crucial clash

After Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 in their second Group C ⁠match on Friday, manager Carlo Ancelotti said he expected Neymar to be available for their group stage finale against ‌Scotland on Wednesday.

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Ouahbi pleased to see improved display from Morocco in Scotland victory

Morocco's performance in their 1-0 World Cup victory ⁠over Scotland on Friday was better than the North Africans’ impressive showing in their draw with Brazil last week, ‌according to coach Mohamed Ouahbi.

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Clarke praises Scottish tenacity despite narrow defeat to Morocco

Scotland manager Steve Clarke backed his players to recover quickly from their 1-0 ⁠defeat by Morocco at the World Cup on Friday and approach their final Group C match against five-times champions Brazil with confidence.

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Saibari stunner earns Morocco narrow victory over battling Scotland

Morocco scored an early goal in Boston to beat Scotland 1-0 in each team's second group stage game at the FIFA World Cup.

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Ayyoub Bouaddi is Morocco’s new midfield maestro ready to tame Scotland

For his very first official World Cup appearance at just 18 years old, Ayyoub Bouaddi delivered a masterful performance against Brazil, establishing himself as the metronome of Morocco’s midfield, even though it was only his fourth cap. This outstanding display has made him the player to watch for the Atlas Lions ahead of their second group match against Scotland.

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Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi predicts different and physical game against Scotland

Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi has predicted a physical game against Scotland as the Atlas Lions prepare for their second Group C match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday in Boston.

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French court confirms Moroccan star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape charge

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi, who ⁠is due to join the Morocco squad against Scotland later on Friday, ‌said he faced trial on a rape ‌charge and welcomed the opportunity to ‌put across his point of view.

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'Comfortable when we're underdogs': Clarke takes pressure off his Scotland side

Scotland will relish their role as underdogs in Saturday 20th's (00:00 CEST) World Cup Group C game ⁠against Morocco who look even better now than in 2022 when they reached the Semi-finals, coach Steve Clarke said.

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Tartan Army takeover of Boston continues to be World Cup bright spot

From drinking the bars dry to lustily serenading an iconic baseball stadium with a rendition of "Flower of Scotland", the bagpipe-playing, kilt-wearing hordes of the Tartan Army have captivated Boston since arriving at the World Cup.

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World Cup Highlights: Brazil stumble, Scotland end win drought & Australia surprise

Brazil were the first former champions to take the field at the 2026 World Cup, but they disappointingly drew 1-1 against Morocco. The tournament’s third day also saw a historic point for Qatar, the end of a 36-year wait for Scotland, and a surprising Australia outclassing Turkey.

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Haiti can take pride by performance in Scotland defeat says head coach Migne

Haiti should be proud of their performance in the 1-0 defeat by ⁠Scotland at the World Cup on Saturday and must maintain the belief that they can reach the ‌knockout rounds, coach Sebastien Migne said.

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Steve Clarke admits Scotland took pressure off themselves with rare opening win

Scotland manager Steve Clarke said his side would be under less pressure going into their ⁠remaining World Cup Group C games after winning their opening match at a major tournament for the first time since 1982 ‌with a 1-0 win over Haiti on Saturday.

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John McGinn nets winner as nervy Scotland hold off late Haiti charge

Scotland marked their first appearance at a FIFA World Cup (WC) of the 21st century with a 1-0 win over Haiti in Massachusetts, with a first-half John McGinn strike enough to put them at the Group C summit.

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Scotland facing tricky test against dangerous Haiti in World Cup opener

Scotland are set to play their first World Cup game for almost 30 years on Sunday, June 14th, against a Haiti side that have equally been waiting a long time to take to the biggest tournament in football once more.

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McTominay 'ready to go' for Scotland's World Cup opener with Haiti, says Clarke

Scotland star Scott McTominay is ready for the team's opening World Cup game against Haiti on Saturday after overcoming a stomach bug, coach Steve Clarke has said.

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Scotland captain Andy Robertson to play for former teammate Diogo Jota at World Cup

Scotland captain Andy Robertson said he will be playing for ⁠former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota at the World Cup after receiving a letter from ‌the late Portuguese forward's widow ahead of the tournament.

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Norway head coach criticises Scotland after cancelling behind-closed-doors friendly

Norway manager Stale Solbakken heavily criticised Scotland counterpart Steve Clarke ⁠on Monday, branding Scotland "unprofessional" after they unexpectedly cancelled a planned behind-closed-doors training match, citing player injuries.

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Norwegian coach Solbakken furious with Steve Clarke after Scotland call off friendly

Norwegian coach Stale Solbakken is furious with Scotland after Steve Clarke's side chose to call off a closed-doors friendly against Norway because of a couple of minor fitness concerns in the Scottish squad.

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Scotland pull out of behind-closed-doors friendly with Norway

Norwegian FA chiefs have confirmed that Scotland pulled out of a behind-closed-doors friendly with Norway ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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First-half blitz sees Scotland thump Bolivia to kick off World Cup preparations

Lawrence Shankland set Scotland on their way to an impressive 4-0 friendly win over Bolivia in New Jersey. It was the ideal preparation for Steve Clarke as he prepares to lead his nation into their first FIFA World Cup in 28 years.

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What will surprise inclusion Ross Stewart bring to Scotland's World Cup squad?

Scotland head to their first World Cup in 28 years this summer and will be hoping to improve on their recent major tournament record of back-to-back group stage finishes at the European Championships.

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Former international Snodgrass feels for Scotland fans facing 'crazy' World Cup prices

Former Scotland star Robert Snodgrass has opened up on his country's World Cup hopes ahead of this summer's tournament.