Scotland stands before a historic opportunity, just one step away from the knockout stage. However, the fate of Steve Clarke's team is not yet secure, as a defeat in the final match could shatter their dreams of progressing.
The expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams presents a greater opportunity for Scotland. However, the situation is currently quite complicated, and the English team is not yet certain whether a defeat would mean elimination.
To avoid being dependent on the results of other matches, Scotland needs to pull off a huge upset: defeating Brazil for the first time in 11 encounters.
To spring a surprise, Scotland needed to show a much brighter face than their 0-1 defeat against Morocco. Coach Steve Clarke opted for a more defensive approach, switching to a one-striker formation and benching Ben Doak.
That cautious approach quickly backfired. In the second minute, Morocco took the lead thanks to a powerful shot from Ismael Saibari. The single goal left Scotland empty-handed and temporarily in third place in Group C with 3 points.
Meanwhile, Brazil may no longer have the glory of previous golden generations, but the Selecao are still considered a title contender as they are showing positive signs.
Coach Ancelotti's team had a slow start against Morocco (a 1-1 draw). However, against Haiti, Brazil entered the match with great determination and quickly settled the game with three goals in the first half.
Matheus Cunha shone with a brace, and also formed an effective partnership with Vinicius Junior - a crucial game-changer in Brazil's attack.
Vinicius maintained his impressive form, scoring another goal and constantly disrupting the opposing defense. The class of the Real Madrid star could be key to Brazil's deep run at the 2026 World Cup.
Brazil's immediate goal is to finish the group stage at the top, something they have achieved in the last 11 consecutive World Cups.
The South American team wants to indirectly put pressure on Morocco. However, a narrow victory against Scotland is a more likely scenario.
Prediction: Brazil wins 1-0
Predicted lineup
Brazil: Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Douglas Santos; Guimaraes, Casemiro, Paqueta; Rayan, Cunha, Vinicius Jr.
Scotland: Gunn; Patterson, Hanley, Hendry, Robertson; McGinn, Christie, Ferguson, Tierney; McTominay; Adams.
Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/nhan-dinh-bong-da-brazil-vs-scotland-thu-thach-cuc-dai-2528652.html
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