Scotland's squad for the 2026 World Cup.
The Scotland national team manager has officially announced the 26-player squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The most notable inclusion is goalkeeper Craig Gordon, who is 43 years old.
Coach Steve Clarke has announced the final squad for the Scotland national team's World Cup 2026 campaign – Scotland's first World Cup appearance in 28 years. The selected squad features a mix of veteran players and promising young talents.
The inclusion of goalkeeper Craig Gordon at age 43 is one of the most talked-about options. The Hearts custodian was Scotland's number one during the dramatic qualifying campaign that ended his team's 28-year absence from the world's biggest competition. However, he has been sidelined by injury and hasn't played a minute since January.
At the opposite extreme in terms of age, 19-year-old Findlay Curtis was given his chance. This versatile attacking midfielder was loaned from Rangers to Kilmarnock and made a good impression at his new club. A 19-year-old being named in the World Cup squad is a well-deserved reward for his outstanding form.
Another highlight of this call-up is the return of striker Ross Stewart. The player had been absent from the Scotland squad since 2022, but earned a place thanks to an excellent end to the season with Southampton.
The most notable absence is Lennon Miller of Udinese. The talented midfielder has been a regular in recent call-ups, so his exclusion from the 2026 World Cup squad comes as a surprise to Scottish fans.
Scotland's squad for the 2026 World Cup
Goalkeepers (3 players):Craig Gordon, Angus Gunn, Liam Kelly.
Defenders (10 players):Grant Hanley, Jack Hendry, Aaron Hickey, Dom Hyam, Scott McKenna, Nathan Patterson, Anthony Ralston, Andy Robertson, John Souttar, Kieran Tierney.
Midfielders (8 players):Ryan Christie, Findlay Curtis, Lewis Ferguson, Ben Gannon-Doak, Billy Gilmour, John McGinn, Kenny McLean, Scott McTominay.
Forwards (5 players):Che Adams, Lyndon Dykes, George Hirst, Lawrence Shankland, Ross Stewart.
Scotland's schedule at the 2026 World Cup
At the 2026 World Cup finals, the Scotland national team will play three group stage matches according to the following schedule:
June 13th:Haiti vs Scotland - Boston Stadium.
June 19th:Scotland vs Morocco - Boston Stadium.
June 24th:Scotland vs Brazil - Miami Stadium.
