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Scotland Announces 2026 World Cup Squad and Group C Fixtures

Scotland Announces 2026 World Cup Squad and Group C Fixtures
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The Scotland national football team has finalized its 26-man roster and Group C match schedule for the 2026 World Cup in North America, now under the expanded 48-team format.

Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay and Aston Villa's John McGinn headline the squad, carrying high expectations for the campaign.

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Striker Lawrence Shankland also joins after a notable run with Hearts in the Scottish Premiership.

Squad Overview

Veteran fullback Andy Robertson captains the squad after concluding a nine-year tenure with Liverpool.

The defensive unit includes 43-year-old Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon, who anchors the goalkeeping selection alongside Angus Gunn and Liam Kelly.

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The defensive lineup features ten players, including Celtic's Kieran Tierney and Anthony Ralston, Brentford's Aaron Hickey, and Everton's Nathan Patterson.

The midfield consists of eight players, featuring Billy Gilmour of Napoli and Lewis Ferguson of Bologna. Attacking options include Torino's Ché Adams and Charlton's Lyndon Dykes.

Group C Schedule

Scotland competes in Group C alongside Haiti, Morocco, and Brazil.

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After an opening 1-0 victory against Haiti, the team faces its remaining group fixtures in Foxborough and Miami.

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