Scotland World Cup Team Statistics
Scotland's team statistics reflect a squad that produced disciplined performances across all three Group C matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup before sustained attacking pressure from Brazil and Morocco influenced the final results. The team's attacking structure generated 3 goals across three matches, with Scott McTominay, Lyndon Dykes, and coordinated midfield play contributing the majority of Scotland's offensive production. Scotland created consistent scoring opportunities through structured possession, direct transitions, and set-piece deliveries, although maintaining attacking intensity against higher-ranked opposition remained a challenge during later stages of matches.
Scotland maintained an average of 46 percent possession throughout the group stage, completing 82% of passes with 418 passes per match. Defensive metrics (7 goals conceded across three matches and 1 clean sheet) demonstrate organized defensive positioning and improved compactness compared with previous World Cup appearances, although sustained pressure from elite opponents limited progression into the knockout stage. The squad demonstrated balanced midfield control, disciplined defensive organization, and effective set-piece execution, while attacking consistency and chance conversion remained areas that influenced Scotland's overall tournament performance.
Scotland's World Cup team statistics are shown in the tables below.
Team Statistics — Overview
Scotland World Cup team statistics includeScotland's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign produced 1 win, 0 draws, and 2 losses across three Group C matches, scoring 3 goals and conceding 7, finishing third in the group behind Brazil and Morocco while remaining ahead of Haiti. Attacking production was led by Scott McTominay (2 goals), while Lyndon Dykes added 1 goal and John McGinn contributed 2 assists throughout the tournament. The team averaged 46 percent possession with disciplined defensive organization and 82% pass accuracy across three neutral venue fixtures.
One clean sheet and 7 goals conceded across three matches reflect Scotland's competitive defensive structure against high-quality opposition despite periods of sustained pressure. Scott McTominay's brace provided Scotland's most productive attacking contribution, while Lyndon Dykes converted the remaining goal during the group stage campaign. The defensive organization remained compact for extended periods before Brazil and Morocco capitalized on second-half attacking pressure. Scotland created consistent opportunities through direct transitions and set-piece situations, providing the team's most serious attacking threat throughout the tournament.
Scotland's World Cup statistics summary is shown in the table below.
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| Tournament | Matches Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded | Clean Sheets | Average possession | Shots / Game | Shots on Target / Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | — | 7 | 2.3 |
| 1998 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | — | — | — |
| 1990 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | — | — | — |
| 1986 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — |
| 1982 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 0 | — | — | — |
| 1978 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0 | — | — | — |
| 1974 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — |
| 1958 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0 | — | — | — |
| 1954 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 0 | — | — | — |
| Total / Average | 26 | 5 | 7 | 14 | 26 | 45 | 4 | — | 7 | 2.3 |
| Tournament | Pass Accuracy | Corners / Game | Fouls / Game | Yellow Cards | Red Cards | GK Clean Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | 0 | ||
| 1998 | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1982 | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1958 | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1954 | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total / Average | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Scotland's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign shows improved attacking production compared to the 1998 FIFA World Cup, where the national team scored 2 goals across three group stage matches and exited without recording a victory. The 2026 campaign produced 3 goals across three matches, improved passing accuracy, and stronger midfield control, although 7 goals conceded prevented progression into the knockout stage.
Scott McTominay led Scotland's attack with 2 goals, John McGinn created the highest number of scoring opportunities through 2 assists, and goalkeeper Angus Gunn produced multiple decisive saves that prevented wider defeat margins against Brazil and Morocco. Discipline remained controlled through 5 yellow cards and 0 red cards, while Group C presented a demanding challenge through Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti. Scotland's statistical profile demonstrates measurable progress in attacking efficiency, possession, and passing quality despite another group-stage elimination.
* All-time leaders across every edition. Possession and passing data are only published by FIFA from 2010 onwards.
