Scotland head coach Steve Clarke has named his lineup for the team’s second match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Morocco.
Scotland faces Morocco in its second Group C match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, knowing that another positive result could move Steve Clarke’s side closer to a place in the knockout stages.
The Scots opened their campaign with a win over Haiti, taking over the top spot in Group C’s table with three points, while Morocco earned only a single point from a valuable draw against Brazil. With both teams separated by only two points, the clash in New Jersey carries major implications in the race for qualification.
Steve Clarke has announced his starting XI for the encounter, opting for a mix of experience and youth as Scotland aims to maintain its momentum in the tournament.
Scotland’s squad to feature against Morocco
Clarke has selected a competitive side as Scotland looks to secure a positive result in Group C following its opening fixture.
Angus Gunn starts between the posts behind a defense composed of G.Hanley, J.Hendry, N.Patterson, A.Robertson, and K.Tierney.
N.Patterson, S. McTominay, L.Ferguson, and A.Robertson are the midfield four tasked with controlling the tempo.
J. McGinn and Ryan Christie as attackers while Scotland seeks to challenge the Atlas Lions.
Scotland starting XI vs Morocco
Goalkeeper: Angus Gunn
Defenders: AG.Hanley, J.Hendry, A.Robertson, N.Patterson, and K.Tierney
Midfielders: S. McTominay, and L.Ferguson,
Forwards: J. McGinn and Ryan Christie
Scotland approaches the Group C encounter knowing that a strong result could significantly boost its chances of reaching the knockout stages.
