Scotland’s final Group C fixture at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is under way, with the team fighting for their tournament lives against one of football’s greatest nations.
The match represents a historic occasion for Scotland, who face the formidable Brazilians in what promises to be an intense and demanding test at this level.
Goalkeeper Angus Gunn starts between the posts for Scotland, offering experienced presence behind a backline featuring the influential Andrew Robertson at left back.
Scott McKenna and Jack Hendry partner in central defence, with Nathan Patterson completing the back four on the right-hand side of the Scottish rearguard.
The Scotland midfield sees Kenny McLean and Liam Ferguson operating alongside the ever-important John McGinn, with Scott McTominay adding his considerable qualities further forward.
Aberdeen’s Ryan Gannon-Doak starts on the flank, providing width and energy in what is a confident-looking Scottish lineup selected by the management team.
Lawrence Shankland leads the Scottish attack as the number nine, tasked with causing problems for a formidable Brazilian defensive unit throughout the contest.
Brazil’s starting eleven includes a host of world-class names, with Alisson Becker in goal and a backline featuring Gabriel Magalhães, Marquinhos, Danilo, and Douglas Santos.
The Brazilian midfield boasts Lucas Paquetá, Casemiro, and Bruno Guimarães, while Vinícius Júnior and Matheus Cunha support striker Rayan in an attacking unit full of quality.
Among the substitutes available to Brazil is Neymar, whose potential introduction from the bench offers another dangerous dimension to an already threatening South American side.
BBC Sport users are invited to rate both sets of players out of 10, with the rating tool closing thirty minutes after the final whistle of this compelling World Cup tie.
The average score from all user submissions will then be displayed, giving a clear picture of how the public viewed individual performances across both squads in this Group C decider.
