Scotland's World Cup campaign faced a significant setback following a 3-0 defeat to Brazil, a match marked by a concerning injury to veteran defender Andy Robertson.
Robertson was forced off the pitch during the second half after suffering an ankle injury. He was seen on the bench with ice wrapped around his right ankle, appearing unable to continue due to the severity of the pain.
Brazil dominated the encounter, taking a 2-0 lead before the break through two goals from Vinicius Jr. The first goal resulted from a defensive error by Jack McKenna, while the second came from a header into an open net following a defensive lapse.
Matheus Cunha extended the lead to 3-0 at the one-hour mark, further complicating Scotland's path to the knockout stages. The defeat leaves Scotland finishing third in their group with only three points.
The team's progression now depends on the performance of other groups, as only the eight best third-placed teams will qualify for the last 32. Scotland's fate will be decided by goal difference, which currently stands at -3.
Statistical projections suggest Scotland has a 42 percent chance of progressing with their current goal difference. The team must now wait for the remaining group matches to conclude to determine if they will advance.
Prior to the match, Robertson emphasized the emotional weight of the fixture, noting the support of millions of fans back home. He expressed a strong desire for the squad to create history by advancing further than previous Scottish teams.
