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Scotland

More oldies than ever at World Cup as over-40s rock on

A record eight players aged 40 or older have been selected to play in the 2026 World Cup, including (from left) Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, Croatia's Luka Modric, and Bosnia and Herzegovina's Edin Dzeko.
A record eight players aged 40 or older have been selected to play in the 2026 World Cup, including (from left) Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, Croatia's Luka Modric, and Bosnia and Herzegovina's Edin Dzeko.

Two newcomers to Scotland squad for Nations Championship

Scotland's Robertson carries Jota's dream to World Cup

Norway manager Solbakken slams 'unprofessional' Scotland over friendly cancellation

Soccer Football - International Friendly - Norway v Switzerland - Ullevaal Stadion, Oslo, Norway - March 31, 2026 Norway coach Stale Solbakken reacts  Fredrik Varfjell/NTB via REUTERS
Soccer Football - International Friendly - Norway v Switzerland - Ullevaal Stadion, Oslo, Norway - March 31, 2026 Norway coach Stale Solbakken reacts  Fredrik Varfjell/NTB via REUTERS

Scotland’s Tartan Army to bring ‘the party’ on World Cup return

World Cup fans this summer are expected to be treated to the Scottish fans' vibrant blend of noise, colour and passion.
World Cup fans this summer are expected to be treated to the Scottish fans' vibrant blend of noise, colour and passion.

Scotland aim to end first-round World Cup hoodoo

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group C - Scotland v Denmark - Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - November 18, 2025 Scotland's Scott McTominay scores their first goal REUTERS/Russell Cheyne/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group C - Scotland v Denmark - Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - November 18, 2025 Scotland's Scott McTominay scores their first goal REUTERS/Russell Cheyne/File Photo

Scotland's Gilmour ruled out of World Cup with knee injury

Soccer Football - International Friendly - Scotland v Curacao - Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - May 30, 2026 Scotland's Billy Gilmour reacts as Kenny McLean, Ryan Christie and referee Goga Kikacheishvil look over REUTERS/Russell Cheyne
Soccer Football - International Friendly - Scotland v Curacao - Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - May 30, 2026 Scotland's Billy Gilmour reacts as Kenny McLean, Ryan Christie and referee Goga Kikacheishvil look over REUTERS/Russell Cheyne

Scotland extend Clarke's deal through 2030 World Cup

Soccer Football - International Friendly - Scotland v Ivory Coast - Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool, Britain- March 31, 2026  Scotland manager Steve Clarke before the match Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff
Soccer Football - International Friendly - Scotland v Ivory Coast - Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool, Britain- March 31, 2026  Scotland manager Steve Clarke before the match Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff

McTominay’s wonder goal lands on banknote as Scotland mark World Cup return

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group C - Scotland v Denmark - Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - November 18, 2025 Scotland's Scott McTominay scores their first goal REUTERS/Russell Cheyne
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group C - Scotland v Denmark - Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - November 18, 2025 Scotland's Scott McTominay scores their first goal REUTERS/Russell Cheyne

Striker Ross Stewart included in Scotland World Cup squad

Southampton's Scottish striker Ross Stewart taking a shot in the English FA Cup semi-final loss to Manchester City at Wembley stadium in London on April 25, 2026.
Southampton's Scottish striker Ross Stewart taking a shot in the English FA Cup semi-final loss to Manchester City at Wembley stadium in London on April 25, 2026.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.