Scotland’s World Cup campaign is hanging by a thread after Brazil dismantled them 3-0 at Miami Stadium on June 24, leaving the Scots staring at a familiar nightmare: another group-stage exit.
Vinícius Júnior scored twice, Matheus Cunha added a third, and Scotland finished third in Group C with three points, one win, and two losses, and now face the most excruciating wait in tournament football: hoping other results go their way.
How the match unfolded
The result meant Brazil finished atop Group C. Morocco slotted in behind them in second place. Scotland, sitting third, got the consolation prize of uncertainty.
Manager Steve Clarke was blunt in his post-match assessment. He told reporters the team is “probably going home” after the defeat.
