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What happens if Scotland finishes 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th in the group?
These are Scotland's paths at the 2026 World Cup depending on how Group C ends. The matchups come from the official FIFA bracket.
If Scotland wins Group C (1st)
They would reach the Round of 32 (match 76) and play against the runner-up of Group F.
Netherlands
Japan
Tunisia
SwedenIf Scotland finishes 2nd in Group C
They would reach the Round of 32 (match 75) and play against the winner of Group F.
If Scotland finishes 3rd in Group C
They only advance if they finish among the 8 best third-placed teams. If so, they would play the winner of Group E, I or A (depending on which other thirds qualify).
If Scotland finishes 4th in Group C
They would be eliminated in the group stage: 4th place does not advance.