WE WILL BE BACK SOON!

Meanwhile the World Cup really comes alive over the next 48 hours, with several fascinating matches on the schedule. The headline fixture today is undoubtedly Brazil vs Morocco. Brazil are among the favourites to lift the trophy, but Morocco showed in 2022 that they can compete with anyone. If the Atlas Lions can take something from this game, it would completely transform Group C. For Scottish fans, however, all eyes will be on Haiti vs Scotland. It is Scotland's first World Cup match since 1998 and arguably their best chance to secure the victory they desperately need. Steve Clarke has spoken openly about ending Scotland's habit of poor starts at major tournaments, with memories of disappointing openings at Euro 2020 and Euro 2024 still fresh.

Mascotte