2026 World Cup: Scotland vs. Morocco, Probable Lineups

The second matchday of Group C in the 2026 World Cup kicks off: Scotland and Morocco face off at midnight (Italian time) at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough. The Scots are coming off a narrow 1-0 victory over Haiti and currently lead the group, while the North Africans are coming off a convincing 1-1 draw against Brazil and aim to cement their status as the tournament’s dark horses.

Scotland is expected to field the same attacking duo of Che Adams and Shankland. Gannon-Doak and McGinn will play on the wings, with Ferguson and McTominay directing play in midfield.

Morocco, which has several regrets about failing to beat Brazil, will start with Saibari as center forward, backed by a trio of playmakers consisting of El Khannouss, Ounahi, and Brahim Diaz. In midfield, 18-year-old breakout star Bouaddi will partner with either Amrabat or El Aynanoui. On the wings are the two lightning-fast wingers Hakimi and Mazraoui.

Scotland vs. Morocco: Probable Lineups
Scotland (4-4-2): Gunn; Hickey, Hanley, Hendry, Robertson; Gannon-Doak, McTominay, Ferguson, McGinn; Adams, Shankland. Coach: Clarke.
Morocco (4-2-3-1): Bono; Hakimi, Diop, Riad, Mazraoui; Bouaddi, El Aynaoui; Brahim, Ounahi, El Khannouss; Saibari. Coach: Ouahbi.