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A point for Scotland against Brazil should be enough to send them through to the knockouts of the World Cup, as they face off in their final Group C match in Miami on Wednesday night.
Four points should send the Scots through, having won their opening game 1-0 against Haiti.
Meanwhile, Brazil already have that total after a 1-1 draw with Morocco and 3-0 victory against Haiti, and are aiming to stay top of the group heading into the knockouts.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions, as well as our best world cup betting offers.
Scotland vs. Brazil key stats
- Scotland are winless in eight matches against South American sides at World Cup finals (D2, L6).
- Brazil are unbeaten in five games in all competitions (W4, D1).
- Brazil are also unbeaten in four World Cup H2Hs (W3, D1).
Scotland vs. Brazil preview: Scots to upset the Selecao?
| Scotland | vs | Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| 42 | FIFA Ranking | 6 |
| Andy Robertson (96) | Most Caps | Neymar (128) |
| John McGinn (21) | Most Goals | Neymar (79) |
| 1005 | Total Caps | 948 |
| 99 | Total Goals | 156 |
| 0 | Uncapped Players | 0 |
Both of Scotland's World Cup games so far have been decided by narrow margins, with 1-0 wins and defeats against Haiti and Morocco respectively.
Steve Clarke's side showed they can compete with the very best in the world against Morocco last time out, and they will be heading into this clash with Brazil with no fear.
Prior to the defeat, Scotland had won three in a row in all competitions, so it will not be an easy task for Brazil to beat them.
Scott McKenna and Aaron Hickey are doubtful for the Scots, but they should still be able to field a strong starting XI.
As for Brazil, their victory against Haiti last time out saw them top the group with four points.
The Selecao should have enough to send them safely through to the knockouts, although defeat here would complicate things.
Brazil are unbeaten in five matches across all competitions though, winning four of those, so they are not in too much danger of doing that.
Carlo Ancelotti's side have been dealt a blow though with Raphinha ruled out of the rest of the World Cup with injury, although the legendary Neymar is pushing for a return.
Scotland vs. Brazil form guide & betting tips
| Scotland | vs | Brazil |
|---|---|---|
LWWWL |
Form | WWWDW |
| 9 | Goals For | 15 |
| 3 | Goals Against | 5 |
WL |
World Cup 2026 | DW |
Whispers predicts: Scotland 1-1 Brazil
Brazil are 2/5 (1.40) favourites to win, but given Scotland's potential need for points and ability to run Morocco close, we are willing to back against the bookies.
Double chance – Scotland/Draw at 43/20 (3.15) therefore appeals as a bet.
Six of Brazil's last seven games have also seen both teams score, so BTTS – Yes at 7/5 (2.40) is also worth backing in our eyes.
In terms of niche picks, both of Brazil's World Cup matches saw exactly eight corners taken, so Over 7.5 corners at 1/2 (1.50) is our final bet.
Overall, we are predicting a 1-1 draw, which is available at 10/1 (11.00).
> Over 7.5 corners at 1/2 (1.50) | Likelihood: Probable
> BTTS – Yes at 7/5 (2.40) | Likelihood: Possible
> Double chance – Scotland/Draw at 43/20 (3.15) | Likelihood: Outsider