The goals, minute by minute
- 7'Vinícius JúniorGoal · 0-1
- 45'+3'Vinícius JúniorGoal · 0-2
- 60'Matheus CunhaGoal · 0-3
The preview
Written before the match. We've left it as it was, even where the game said otherwise.
Context
Scotland (36th FIFA) vs Brazil (5th FIFA)
Level of the teams
- Scotland: an organized, battling block, dreaming of reaching the knockouts for the first time at a World Cup.
- Brazil: title contender, a star-studded squad (Vinícius, Rodrygo, Raphinha). Heavy group favorite.
Key factors
- Brazil far superior in talent, control and depth.
- Scotland will bet on defensive solidity and set pieces.
- Brazil wants a win to secure top spot in the group.
Prediction
Most likely result: 3-0 Brazil (alternative: 2-0 Brazil)
- Scotland win: 7%
- Draw: 15%
- Brazil win: 78%
Player to watch: Vinícius Júnior, Brazil's threat down the left.
Final verdict, Confidence: high
Brazil is far superior and should win comfortably. Scotland can hold out for a while if compact, but a Brazilian win is the most likely scenario.