The 2026 FIFA World Cup will have Scotland at it, finally. After 28 years of heartbreak, near misses, and watching from the sidelines, the wait is finally over. Steve Clarke's side are back on the grandest stage of them all for the first time since France ’98, and the Tartan Army will be crossing the Atlantic, not just to participate, but to leave a mark.
It will be no easy task, having been drawn into Group C alongside five-time champions Brazil, 2022 semi-finalists Morocco, and a resurgent Haiti. Scotland faces a gauntlet that will test the limits of this golden generation.
For fans at home, the challenge isn't just on the pitch; it’s the clock. Games for those watching at home will be kicking off in the early hours, meaning Scottish supporters will need to brace themselves for a summer of late nights and early mornings.
Whether you’re travelling to the USA or setting your alarm in Glasgow, below, we have your guide to follow Scott McTominay, Andy Robertson, John McGinn and the rest of the Scottish team across America.
Scotland’s World Cup Schedule - Group Matches (UK time)
Sunday, June 14, 02:00 - Haiti v Scotland - Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Friday, June 19, 23:00 - Scotland v Morocco - Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Wednesday, June 24, 23:00 - Scotland v Brazil - Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
Scotland Stadiums, Cities & Base Camp
Scotland are lucky enough to play their first two group games at the same stadium, the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Being based at MLS side Charlotte FC’s state-of-the-art training base in Charlotte, North Carolina. The journey time from Charlotte to Foxborough is just over two hours by plane, meaning that they are quite close in terms of the size of the US.
The final, showcase, group game will be played against Brazil at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. This is just under two hours to get to from Charlotte for the Scottish side, so they are perfectly placed for their travel.
The journey time on average from Charlotte to fly to each city:
2 hours 5 minutes to Foxborough
1 hour 55 minutes to Miami
Scotland’s Potential Knockout Ties
Scott McTominay and his teammates can qualify from Group C if they win the group, finish as runners-up, or are one of the eight best-placed third-placed teams. This new format is in place with the increased number of teams in the World Cup, up from 32 to 48.
If Scotland comes through as winners, their round of 32 match will be:
Monday, June 29, 18:00 - v Group F runners-up (Houston, USA)
If they are runners-up, they will play:
Tuesday, June 30, 02:00 - v Group F (Guadalupe, Mexico)
If they are one of the best third-placed teams, depending on other results, they could play any one of:
Tuesday, June 30, 02:00 - v Group F winners v (Guadalupe, Mexico)
Tuesday, June 30, 22:00 - v Group I winners (New Jersey, USA)
Wednesday, July 1, 02:00 - v Group A winners (Mexico City, Mexico)
Group F are the most likely team that Scotland will face, and in that group are the Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia, and the UEFA Path B winner (Ukraine, Sweden, Poland or Albania).
Where and When to Watch
All Scotland games will be shown on either ITV/STV or the BBC.
The BBC will broadcast Scotland's first game against Haiti on June 14, as well as their final group game against Brazil on June 24.
ITV will show Scotland’s second group game against Morocco on June 19, and the side’s first knockout game if they make it.
Both channels will show the final on July 19.
FAQ
What time does Scotland v Brazil kick off in the UK?
Scotland will face Brazil at 23:00 BST.
Where is Scotland’s World Cup 2026 training base?
Scotland will be based at Charlotte FC’s training facility in Charlotte, North Carolina.
How did Scotland qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
Scotland qualified with a dramatic victory over Denmark, 4-2, to top Group C in UEFA qualifying.
Which stadiums are Scotland playing in during the group stage?
Scotland plays two games at the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, with one game at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
Who is in Scotland's World Cup group?
Brazil, Morocco and Haiti
What are Scotland's chances of reaching the Round of 32?
Scotland's chances of qualifying from the group stage are good. They should beat Haiti, so a lot will ride on the Morocco game. Whilst Morocco is the favourite to win that game, a Scottish victory is plausible. With eight third-placed teams qualifying, Scotland has a good chance of qualifying via that route as well.