Scotland Drawn with Brazil, Morocco and Haiti for 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Scotland’s long-awaited return to the FIFA World Cup now has even sharper focus after Friday’s draw in Washington DC placed Steve Clarke’s side in Group C, alongside Brazil, Morocco and Haiti.

The draw, held at the Kennedy Center, marks the next step in Scotland’s first World Cup campaign since 1998. With the group confirmed, attention now shifts to the venues and kick-off times, which will be revealed during a second live broadcast on Saturday at 5pm (UK time) via FIFA’s website and YouTube channel. Scotland are expected to be based on the East Coast of the United States, with full match details for all 104 tournament fixtures to be announced.

Ticketing and Supporter Information

Scotland Supporters Club Members can expect further guidance next week once venues, kick-off times and ticket allocations are confirmed. This information will come ahead of the opening of the FIFA ticket application window on Monday 15 December 2025.

Familiar Faces and New Encounters

Scotland’s Pot 3 seeding followed last month’s dramatic 4-2 victory over Denmark in Glasgow, a result that sealed our historic return to the world stage. The draw brings both nostalgia and novelty:

• Brazil – Five-time world champions and one of international football’s most formidable forces. Scotland last met Brazil competitively in the 1998 World Cup.

• Morocco – Semi-finalists in Qatar 2022 and a rapidly ascending football nation. Scotland also faced them in France ’98.

• Haiti – Making their first World Cup appearance since 1974. Scotland have never played them in competitive action.

Tournament Overview

The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on Thursday, 11 June, with the opening match in Mexico City. The competition concludes on Sunday, 19 July, when the final takes place at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

With the draw confirmed and anticipation building, Scotland’s journey back onto football’s biggest stage is truly underway. More details will follow once match venues and timings are officially unveiled.

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