Brazil faces Scotland this Wednesday (24), at 7pm (Brasília time), at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami Gardens, in the final round of Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With four points, the Seleção leads the group and can confirm its place in the round of 16 with a good result. Scotland, with three points, needs to win to continue dreaming of qualifying.
Carlo Ancelotti should send an offensive formation onto the field, taking advantage of Neymar’s return. The number 10 trained normally after injury and is available for the match, which changes the Brazilian attack. Raphinha remains out due to a muscle problem.
Probable lineup for Brazil
Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães, D. Santos; Bruno Guimarães, Casemiro; Rayan, Lucas Paquetá, Vinícius Júnior; Matheus Cunha (or Endrick, with Neymar joining in the process). The trend is a 4-2-3-1 with Neymar reinforcing the middle forward, giving freedom to Vinícius Jr. and Cunha.
Scotland’s probable lineup
A. Gunn; N. Patterson, J. Hendry, G. Hanley, A. Robertson; R. Christie, S. McTominay, J. McGinn; B. Doak, C. Adams, another option in attack. Steve Clarke should repeat the 4-3-3 that gave the team defensive consistency, betting on Doak’s speed and McTominay’s strength in the middle.
Ancelotti’s choice prioritizes a balance between experience and youth. Neymar can play alongside Vinícius Jr., creating dangerous duos for the Scottish defense. On the opposing side, the highlight goes to players like Hendry and Robertson, who need to contain the Brazilian attacks.
Ranking and game importance scenarios
A Brazilian victory guarantees first place in Group C. A draw should also serve to advance, depending on the other result of the round. For Scotland, only victory keeps the chance of moving forward alive, which would make the confrontation even more open.
Mexican referee César Ramos Palazuelos commands the game, with a history of physical matches. The stadium in Miami should have a large presence of Brazilian fans, favoring the Seleção.
Where to watch
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