Scotland World Cup Win
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John McGinn scored the winning goal, marking Scotland's first World Cup victory in 36 years. The 29-year-old midfielder's goal secured a 1-0 win against Haiti, making him Scotland's oldest World Cup scorer and tying him for third on the all-time national scoring list. This historic win boosts Scotland's chances of advancing to the knockout stage for the first time.
Scotland Earns First World Cup Win in 36 Years Against Haiti
- Scotland secured their first World Cup victory in 36 years by defeating Haiti 1-0. - John McGinn scored the decisive goal in the 28th minute after Che Adams' shot was saved. - The win places Scotland at the top of Group C, ahead of Brazil and Morocco.
Scotland hang on for first World Cup win since 1990 with 1-0 victory over Haiti
- Scotland secured their first World Cup victory in 36 years, defeating Haiti 1-0. - John McGinn scored the decisive goal in the 28th minute. - The win places Scotland at the top of Group C, ahead of …
World Cup: McGinn's record goal seals Scotland's first win in 36 years against Haiti | Sports | Sports Chosun [Sports Chosun Reporter Choi Man-sik] 'Old soldiers never die.' John McGinn (Aston Villa), who gave Scotland their first thrilling victory in 28 years of participating in the World Cup finals, has also set a new milestone in Scottish football history. He set a new record for the oldest goal scorer in Scotland's World Cup history. Scotland won 1-0 against Haiti on the 14th (Korean time) at Boston Stadium in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. The victory was Scotland's first in 36 years. McGinn, 29, scored the winning goal in the 40th minute of the first half, breaking the record for the oldest scorer in Scottish World Cup history. He also became the first Scottish player to score in the World Cup in 24 years since Ally McCoist in 1998. McGinn's goal was his 17th goal for Scotland, tying him with Kenny Dalglish for third place on the all-time list. "It's a dream come true to score the winning goal in the World Cup," McGinn said after the match. "I'm proud to be part of this team and to make history for Scotland." Scotland's victory was their first in the World Cup since 1986. They had been eliminated in the group stage in all previous appearances. The win gives Scotland a strong chance of advancing to the knockout stage for the first time in their history. "We played well and deserved to win," said Scotland coach Steve Clarke. "We showed great character and determination. We will continue to fight for our fans."
- John McGinn scored the winning goal for Scotland in their World Cup match against Haiti. - McGinn's goal made him the oldest player to score for Scotland in a World Cup. - The victory marked Scotlan…
Scotland hopes to break tournament jinx with lucky 13 after win over Haiti
- Scotland secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Haiti in their opening Group C match at the global finals, ending a 36-year wait for a World Cup win. - John McGinn's first-half goal gave Scotland their …
Scotland Claims First World Cup Victory in 36 Years; Brazil Draws with Morocco
- Scotland secured a 1-0 victory against Haiti, marking their first World Cup win in 36 years. - John McGinn's deflected shot in the 29th minute secured the win for Scotland. - Brazil drew 1-1 with Mo…
World Cup 2026: Scotland Secures 1-0 Victory Over Haiti in Their Return to the Tournament
- Scotland returned to the World Cup after a 28-year absence, defeating Haiti 1-0 in their opening match. - John McGinn scored the lone goal for Scotland in the 28th minute, with Aston Villa midfielde…
Scotland hang on for first World Cup win since 1990 with 1-0 victory over Haiti
- Scotland secured their first World Cup victory in 36 years by defeating Haiti 1-0. - John McGinn scored the decisive goal in the 28th minute, with Scott McTominay hitting the post earlier. - The win…