Sports · 19 November 2025
Scotland qualifies for World Cup after 28 years
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Scotland has secured its place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, their first appearance since 1998. At Hampden Park, they beat Denmark 4-2 in a tense qualifying match. McTominay scored first, followed by Højlund's penalty for Denmark. After Denmark was reduced to ten men, Shankland put Scotland ahead, but Dorgu equalised. Late goals from Tierney and McLean sealed the victory for Scotland in added time, ending a 28-year wait.
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