From penalties to Pavarotti and Beckham to Bruckner: classical music and football are closer than you might think
As the World Cup gets underway, we look at the music that has soundtracked the beautiful game - and the composers who have loved itFrance '98,...
Brazil vs Haiti - prediction, team news, lineups | 2026 World Cup
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup clash between Brazil and Haiti, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Brazil vs Haiti: Predicted XI for five-time World Cup winners as Carlo Ancelotti plans changes
Sports Mole looks at how Brazil could line up in their 2026 World Cup clash with Haiti.
Brazil vs. Haiti: Predicted XI for Les Grenadiers in standout 2026 World Cup fixture
Sports Mole looks at how Haiti could line up in their 2026 World Cup clash with Brazil.
Scotland hero John McGinn responds to Roy Keane calling him a 'pub player'
John McGinn scored the winner in Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti and has been speaking about comments Roy Keane made likening him a pub...
Scotland are fans loving the World Cup so much they’ve drank Boston dry
A group of Scottish fans making the most of Boston hospitality before their World Cup match with Haiti (Picture: Haiti)
The Tartan Army is having...
Kieran Tierney Scotland Rumour Emerges
Kieran Tierney could be in line for a bigger Scotland role against Morocco on Friday night after an interesting training-ground moment was spotted...
World Cup fury as 100,000 fans demand FIFA review Scotland's victory
Over 100,000 supporters have signed a petition urging FIFA to review refereeing decisions from Scotland's World Cup win over Haiti, with captain...
Keith Hackett: My American contact has dropped £186m World Cup hydration break bombshell
Keith Hackett has been told by one source that the 2026 World Cup hydration breaks have earned US broadcaster FOX more than £186million in...
Brazil's Neymar back training but still doubtful for Haiti
Neymar offered Brazil a flicker of World Cup encouragement on Tuesday when he trained on the pitch with the national team in the United States...
World Cup 2026: Sunday Oliseh points to Osimhen and Lookman as missing piece for Morocco
Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Oliseh believes Morocco's 1-1 draw with Brazil in the 2026 World Cup opener was missed opportunity because...
Brazil vs Haiti Prediction: World Cup 2026 Preview & Best Bets
Brazil need a win after drawing with Morocco, and Haiti's defense has already conceded 1-0 to Scotland. Brazil win and over 3.5 goals is the pick....
Why Raphinha was given a rest in Brazil training ahead of Haiti clash
Barcelona star Raphinha was one of four Brazil players who were given a breather on Monday as Carlo Ancelotti's side trained ahead of their next...
World Cup fans call for investigation into Scotland as over 100,000 sign petition
More than 100,000 fans have signed a petition demanding FIFA launch a probe into the refereeing decisions during Scotland's World Cup victory over...
Het up Haitians call for FIFA probe into Scotland World Cup win as deluge of fans demand answers over ref calls
The minnows are fuming over decisions that went against them in Boston in their opening Group C game
Brazil vs Haiti FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview: Everything you need to know
Comprehensive match preview of Brazil vs Haiti at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.
World Cup fans are saying same thing about Olivier Giroud's punditry on BBC after Belgium vs Egypt
Fans of the World Cup watching Belgium's 1-1 draw against Egypt on Monday were left less than impressed with Olivier Giroud's punditry on...
Scotland's Haiti heroics were inspired by a change of approach and a bit of family time, says assistant coach Steven Naismith
Steven Naismith believes a more liberated approach from Steve Clarke helped Scotland get off to a winning start at the World Cup.
Ben Gannon-Doak: Scotland teammate hammered me for goal-kick celebration - and why I was needing hooked
Winger shone against Haiti but could be victim of system change against Morocco
Huge power surge in Leith overnight as people watch World Cup football
The largest early morning electricity surge ever reported was in Leith and in Easterhouse in Glasgow as people stayed up to watch the World Cup at...
Ben Gannon Doak in heartfelt Tartan Army thank you as he reveals 'goosebumps' at electric Boston atmosphere
Gannon-Doak says he had hairs standing on end after a 30,000 strong travelling Tartan Army roared his team on to a win over Haiti
Keith Hackett 'cynical' of World Cup hydration breaks after what he saw in Haiti vs Scotland
FIFA must change how teams are using much-needed hydration breaks are during the 2026 World Cup.That is according to former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA...
Scotland fans create largest ever early-morning electricity surge
Football fans created a surge equivalent to 200,000 homes in the small hours of Sunday as the national team took on Haiti
Brazil vs. Haiti: How to watch, stream Group C match
Featuring a trio of MLSers, Haiti continue their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on Friday against record five-time champions Brazil in Group C.
Tartan Army’s World Cup tour continues with home run ball at Fenway Park
Scotland enjoyed the ideal start to their FIFA World Cup campaign with a 1-0 win over Haiti in their Group C clash with John McGinn scoring the...
Haiti rightly furious over Kenny McLean 'red card' controversy vs Scotland - Keith Hackett
Steve Clarke's Scotland were fortunate to keep all 11 players on the pitch against Haiti after a dangerous challenge from Kenny McLean.That is...
Historic Scotland World Cup win splits Hotline as 'negative rubbish' Steve Clarke takedown met with wave of optimism
Fraser Wilson takes your calls as Scotland's 1-0 win over Haiti has put Clarke's side top of Group C is met with a mixed response
From rock-bottom to World Cup force: Sweden provide life-affirming message
A broken leg, surgery, working for David Sullivan, being sacked by David Sullivan, to say things had looked bleak for Sweden's main men during the...
Ex-FIFA official wants PGMOL to 'stretch' new rule as Moises Caicedo accused of cheating
The Premier League and PGMOL need to "stretch" the new rule surrounding player timeouts after Moises Caicedo was left furious.That is according to...
Ex-FIFA official apologises to Haiti as Scotland 'very fortunate' in penalty controversy
Hibernian's Grant Hanley should have handed Haiti a lifeline during their 1-0 defeat to Scotland at the 2026 World Cup.That is according to former...
Emotional Scotland celebrations brought lump to throat of hardest soldier because this is what Haiti triumph really means
When Grant Hanley emerged from the away dressing-room at the Boston Stadium after Scotland’s victory over Haiti, he had to compose himself
Monday's Everton News: Branthwaite rumours, Scottish youngster linked
Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Nathan Patterson played 15 minutes in Scotland's 1-0 win over Haiti over the weekend. [EFC] A great...
Scotland’s Secret Celtic Weapon They Must Unleash Against Morocco
Scotland got off to the perfect start to their World Cup campaign. A hard-fought 1-0 victory over Haiti.
The post Scotland’s Secret Celtic Weapon...
Police praise Scotland fans after World Cup victory
Police Scotland has praised the behaviour of football fans after Steve Clarke’s men won their opening World Cup match against Haiti on Sunday...
Rangers title status under Derek McInnes has Jury deliberating as Hearts given big name replacement option
The Record Sport writers talk Scotland's World Cup chances after beating Haiti and which of the upcoming tests is more daunting
Robertson finds World Cup exploit which stuns fans as he bends new rules against Haiti
Andrew Robertson has bent the new World Cup rules as fans spot his throw in technique.
Who is Ayyoub Bouaddi? The £50m Morocco star on Man United's radar
Ayyoub Bouaddi has been linked with numerous Premier League clubs following his standout performance for Morocco against Brazil.Manchester United,...
Andy Robertson takes huge step towards Scotland history that none of Steve Clarke's squad are shying away from
The skipper admits Scotland could have done some things much better against Haiti but only one thing matters in World Cup quest
Winning World Cup opener is a massive step towards making history, says Scotland skipper Andy Robertson
Andy Robertson claimed that Scotland's win over Haiti felt like a big step towards the creation of history.
Tunisia’s FIFA ranking: What’s their position during the 2026 World Cup?
Tunisia enters the 2026 World Cup hoping to prove they belong in the top 50 and deserve an even higher spot in the FIFA rankings. Tunisia enters...
McGinn eyes 'uncharted territory' after Scotland end long wait
Foxborough: Scotland match-winner John McGinn is optimistic his team can go on to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stages for the very first...
World Cup Roundup: Alisson Starts For Brazil, Robertson Leads Scotland To First Win
The World Cup is finally in full swing, with 8 current Liverpool players and a host of former players all spread across North America to represent...
The curious Steve Clarke answer on Ben Gannon Doak as Scotland boss leaves it open to interpretation
Keith Jackson and Scott McDermott discuss the gaffer's comments after massive 1-0 World Cup win over Haiti in Boston
England team meet young fans just two hours before tornado strikes
The team was ordered to remain indoors during a fierce storm on their first night at the team hotel in Missouri. Captain Harry Kane and the rest of...
TV WATCH: Joe Hart was a strange choice of pundit for Scotland's World Cup return, but the former Celtic goalkeeper got one thing right
Shortly after the BBC's coverage of Brazil's 1-1 draw with Morocco had finished, it was time for a quick pitstop as they refreshed their line-up of...
John McGinn knows Morocco well enough as Scotland goal hero swerves spying opportunity and gives up on permutations
The match winner against Haiti doesn't know what will take Scotland through in Group C but he is certain of one thing against North Africans
Boyd: 'Nervy' Scotland must step it up against Morocco
Kris Boyd claimed that Scotland looked 'nervous' as the favourites against Haiti and that they need to improve their performance levels if they...
Scotland march on towards history but improvement is needed against Morocco
Precious win gives Steve Clarke's team a platform but nervy display against Haiti could prove a missed opportunityIt felt so typically Scottish...
Scotland extend unbeaten World Cup run to 27 years, 11 months and 19 days
Scotland reintroduced themselves to the Geopolitics World Cup in Boston and have settled in nicely, warmly welcomed even by the city's finest....
Joy, relief and a very late night: how Scotland celebrated World Cup win
Anxious dead-of-night watch parties ended in celebration after 1-0 victory over Haiti in first finals match since 1998World Cup live – latest...
Scotland World Cup hero tells the nation 'we have more gears to go up'
Matchwinner against Haiti assures fans there is more to come against Morocco and Brazil
Haiti furious after VAR ignores TWO handball claims in Scotland's Group C win in Boston
Haiti captain Johnny Placide insists his side were denied two clear penalties in their 1-0 World Cup defeat to Scotland.
Scotland fans in Inverclyde rejoice as Steve Clarke's side beat Haiti in World Cup
There were scenes of jubilation in Inverclyde’s pubs, clubs and homes as Scotland marked its return to the World Cup with a win on Sunday.
'John McGinn wasn't the most talented player at Aston Villa - but he was humble and gave everything'
Aston Villa start John McGinn has had quite a week, hitting the headlines thanks to Roy Keane, and a World Cup goal against Haiti - now a former...
Five things we learned as Scotland beat Haiti in World Cup
Scotland earned their first World Cup win since 1990 after beating Haiti 1-0 at the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts John McGinn...
BBC issue apology after Scotland vs Haiti broadcast cuts out during World Cup match
The BBC were forced to apologise during Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti.
Scotland were timid and most World Cup teams would have beaten us - but one jewel sparkled above rest
Scotland were second best to Haiti but for once luck was on our side at World Cup
John McGinn scores historic goal to silence Roy Keane criticism
Scotland secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Haiti in their opening World Cup 2026 match in Foxborough, with John McGinn scoring the decisive goal to...
'You've gone way too far!' - what pundits said about Scotland v Haiti as ex Celtic heroes clash
Former players have say as Scotland get World Cup off to a winning start
Scott Brown blown away by ex-Celtic wonderkid Ben Gannon-Doak after Scotland beat Haiti at World Cup
What could have been for Ben Gannon-Doak had he stayed at Celtic. The 20-year-old left Celtic for Liverpool in 2022 after making a handful of...
John McGinn has perfect response to Roy Keane as he fires Scotland to famous World Cup win
Scotland secured a historic 1-0 win over Haiti in their opening 2026 World Cup match in Foxborough, with Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn scoring...
Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn makes 'who cares' comment after making history with Scotland goal
Aston Villa skipper John McGinn's goal against Haiti earned Scotland an opening victory in a World Cup campaign for only the third time
Steve Clarke says World Cup pressure has eased after Scotland’s hard-fought Haiti win
Steve Clarke believes the pressure has eased off after Scotland returned to the World Cup finals for the first time in 28 years with a hard-fought...
Ex-Latics stopper Placide suffers defeat to Scotland on World Cup bow
Former Oldham goalkeeper Jonny Placide made his World Cup debut, in Haiti's 1-0 defeat to Scotland.
Scotland v Haiti TV review: Did the BBC deliver on national team’s first World Cup game in 28 years?
Scott Brown perfectly summed up an angst-ridden night for the Scotland support with a one-word retort.
The one thing Scotland could yet rue about long-awaited World Cup win over Haiti
Scotland had earned a first World Cup success for 36 years – but escaping a tricky group may now be tough after a 1-0 win against Haiti
Patterson Steers Scotland To First World Cup Win In 36 Years
Nathan Patterson played the final 15 minutes of Scotland's first World Cup victory since 1990 as Steve Clarke's side beat Haiti 1-0 in Foxborough,...
BBC forced into apology during Scotland vs Haiti World Cup match
The BBC were forced to apologise for a loss of picture during Scotland's World Cup 2026 opener against Haiti, caused by a world feed issue that...
World Cup round-up: Man Utd legend embarrassed, Scotland break record and VAR fails again
WORLD CUP DAY 3 ROUND-UP: Scotland beat Haiti, a tornado threat was issued, Brazil survived a major scare, a VAR controversy emerged and two men...
Chris Sutton Sums Up Scotland’s World Cup Opener
It wasn’t pretty and it wasn’t comfortable. But Scotland’s return to the World Cup ended with exactly what mattered most: three points. More than...
Scotland scrape past Haiti for winning World Cup return | World Cup Daily – video
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Alex Abnos, Jeff Rueter, Jack Snape and Ewan Murray to discuss the latest action Continue reading...
World Cup 2026: Issa's Morocco draw with Brazil
Issa Diop made his first appearance at a World Cup as Morocco drew 1-1 with Brazil in their opening game.
Our centre back played the full 90...
Scotland flirted with World Cup disaster and key man laboured - what happens next will define tournament
Nervy win over Haiti scratches 36-year itch but will it be enough to progress to knock-out stages?
Kieran Tierney caught Celtic fans’ attention before Scotland’s win over Haiti
Scotland got their World Cup campaign off to the perfect start with a 1-0 win over Haiti, but one moment before kick-off caught the attention...
Scotland's chances of reaching World Cup knockout stage revealed after Haiti win
Scotland secured their first World Cup win in 36 years as John McGinn's deflected strike took them to the top of Group C with a 1-0 win over Haiti.
Celtic Duo Set for Scotland's Next World Cup Test After Haiti Win
Scotland are up and running at the World Cup, and attention has already turned to the next big question being searched by supporters: who do...
Wayne Rooney should rethink his Man United call for Scott McTominay as Scotland display audited
Wayne Rooney should think again about Manchester United re-signing Scott McTominay following his opening World Cup performance.McTominay played the...
Clarke: Pressure off Scotland after opening World Cup win
Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 to get their first World Cup campaign since 1998 off to a strong start, and Steve Clarke was thrilled for his men.
The post...
John McGinn strike helps Scotland clinch World Cup win over Haiti
Steve Clarke's team top Group C after unconvincing display at Boston Stadium
Scott Brown and Joe Hart Share Class BBC Banter After Scotland Victory
Scott Brown and Joe Hart shared a brilliant moment on BBC Sportscene after Scotland's hard-fought 1-0 win over Haiti, with the former Celtic...
Brazilian media reacts with clear panic as Scotland win sees them top World Cup group
Scotland beat Haiti in their opening 2026 World Cup match, leaving Steve Clarke's side top of Group C - ahead of Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil
Day four of the 2026 World Cup finals as Scotland end 36 years of hurt
Welcome to day four of the 2026 World Cup finals and Scotland ending 36 years of hurt. A nervous performance that lacked quality and clearly second...
Scotland World Cup win against Haiti is 'seismic', says John Swinney
The Scottish First Minister watched the game in Boston
Scotland scrap past Haiti for winning World Cup return: World Cup Daily – podcast
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Alex Abnos, Jeff Rueter, Jack Snape and Ewan Murray to discuss the latest actionRate, review, share on...
John McGinn says how Scotland will make it 'difficult' for Morocco and Brazil
Scotland match-winner John McGinn is optimistic his team can go on to reach the World Cup knockout stages for the very first time after marking...
Australia World Cup history maker honours Everton icon as current Blues pair celebrate Scotland win
Everton icon Tim Cahill was honoured in Australia's 2-0 World Cup win over Turkey before a Blues pair celebrated Scotland's 1-0 victory against Haiti
Inverness Tartan Army fans gallery: The Highland capital’s fans out in force for Scotland v Haiti World Cup opener
Our pictures from Inverness as Scotland fans ended the 28 year wait to see the national team play in the World Cup.
Celtic heroes Scott Brown and Joe Hart in a brilliant exchange moments after Scotland beat Haiti
The perfect start for Scotland following their huge 1-0 win over Haiti at the 2026 World Cup. After the jubilation, drama and success of Celtic’s...