Scotland last played in the FIFA World Cup in 1998, which took place in France; that was their most recent appearance before qualifying again for the 2026 World Cup, ending a gap of nearly three decades without participation in the finals.
1998 World Cup Details
- Scotland's 1998 campaign in France saw them compete in a group with Brazil, Norway, and Morocco. Their results included a loss to Brazil, a draw with Norway, and a loss to Morocco, after which they were eliminated in the group stage.
Recent Qualification
- In late 2025, Scotland secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking their return to the tournament after a 28-year absence.
Scotland's fans have celebrated this achievement, recalling that before 2026, their national team had not been seen on the World Cup stage since that 1998 appearance.