Scotland is set to face off against Brazil in a World Cup match in Miami, with the Scots hoping to qualify for the knockout stage for the first time. Brazil, a five-time World Cup champion, has lost only one of its last 16 World Cup group matches against European teams.
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Scotland got off to a good start in their first World Cup in 28 years, beating Haiti 1-0 in their opener. Brazil, meanwhile, leads Group C with 4 points after eliminating Haiti 3-0 and tying with Morocco 1-1. Neymar is expected to return from a right calf injury and play for Brazil in its final World Cup group match.
Scotland coach Steve Clarke grew up admiring Brazil after watching the dominance of the 1970 team featuring Pelé. He noted he’s excited to face the powerhouse that he grew to love. Scotland’s fans have been the toast of this year’s World Cup, taking over Boston’s bars before their team’s opening match, then turning the Miami Marlins’ ballpark into a giant party.
Original reporting: NBC6 Miami — read the source article.
