22'Brazil📺 VAR · Goal Disallowed - Foul · Vinicius Junior
46'Scotland🔄 A. Robertson ↔ K. Tierney
48'Brazil⚽ Vinicius Junior
60'Brazil⚽ M. Cunha
62'Brazil🟨 Danilo
65'Brazil🔄 Casemiro ↔ Fabinho
66'Brazil🔄 Lucas Paqueta ↔ G. Martinelli
76'Brazil🔄 M. Cunha ↔ Neymar
82'Scotland🔄 N. Patterson ↔ A. Ralston
82'Scotland🔄 B. Gannon-Doak ↔ R. Christie
82'Brazil🔄 Douglas Santos ↔ Alex Sandro
82'Brazil🔄 Rayan ↔ Endrick
83'Brazil🟨 Fabinho
BrazilMatch statsScotland
53%Possession47%
4.41Expected goals (xG)0.87
20Shots13
9On target4
6Corners6
9Fouls10
2Yellow cards1
1Offsides0
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Predicted winnerBrazil
75%
Projected scoreBrazil 2 : 1 Scotland
Confirmed lineup
Brazil (Away) 4-3-3
1Alisson
16Douglas Santos
3Gabriel Magalhães
4Marquinhos
13Danilo
20Lucas Paquetá
5Casemiro
8Bruno Guimarães
7Vinícius Júnior
9Matheus Cunha
26Rayan
20Lawrence Shankland
4Scott McTominay
7John McGinn
19Lewis Ferguson
23Kenny McLean
17Ben Gannon-Doak
3Andy Robertson
13Jack Hendry
26Scott McKenna
22Nathan Patterson
1Angus Gunn
Scotland (Home) 4-4-1-1
Key factors
Brazil's Dominant Head-to-Head Record: Brazil holds an overwhelming advantage against Scotland, with 8 wins and 2 draws in 10 overall matches, including an unbeaten record of 3 wins and 1 draw in 4 World Cup encounters.
Brazil's High FIFA Ranking and Potent Attack: Ranked 6th in FIFA, significantly higher than Scotland (42nd), Brazil has demonstrated formidable attacking prowess, scoring 15 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 3 goals per game.
Scotland's Solid Defensive Organization: Scotland has shown strong defensive discipline, conceding only 1 goal in two World Cup group stage matches and averaging 0.6 goals conceded per game in their last 5 matches, making them a tough opponent.
Miami's Extreme Heat Factor: Expected temperatures of 31-33°C (88-92°F) with a 'feels-like' of 35-38°C (95-100°F) on match day will significantly impact player stamina and performance for both teams.
Key Player Absences: Scotland will be without crucial midfielder Billy Gilmour (knee injury) and defender Aaron Hickey (knock), while Brazil will miss Raphinha (hamstring injury).
Briefing
In the third match of Group C at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, football giants Brazil will face a resilient Scotland at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Brazil currently leads Group C with 4 points and a +3 goal difference, while Scotland sits in third place with 3 points and a 0 goal difference. Both teams are seeking crucial points for advancement to the Round of 16. Scotland hopes to secure a spot either as a runner-up or one of the best third-placed teams depending on this result.