Scotland secured a 3-0 victory over Curacao in a friendly match on May 31, 2026, at Hampden Park in Glasgow. The match served as a warm-up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which begins on June 11, 2026, in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Scotland's goals came from John McGinn in the 52nd minute, Lyndon Dykes in the 68th minute, and Ryan Christie in the 82nd minute. The team dominated possession and created several chances, with Curacao struggling to mount a significant threat.
Scotland is in Group D of the World Cup alongside England, Iran, and the United States. Their first match is against Iran on June 15, 2026, in Los Angeles. The team is aiming to advance past the group stage for the first time since 1998.