Scotland beat Belarus 2-1 in World Cup qualifiers

Scotland beats Belarus 2-1 in 2026 World Cup qualifying

On October 12, 2025, Hampden Park Stadium in Glasgow hosted a highly anticipated match between Scotland and Belarus in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Scottish fans witnessed a crucial victory, their team winning 2-1 in front of nearly 50,000 spectators.

The match started with high intensity, and Scotland quickly took the lead. In the 15th minute, Ché Adams opened the scoring, giving Scotland the lead and galvanizing the home crowd. This opener allowed the Scottish players to gain confidence and continue to apply constant pressure on the Belarusian defense. The Scottish defense, meanwhile, managed to contain their opponents' attempts until halftime, keeping the score at 1-0 in Scotland's favor.

After the break, the game was even more intense. The visitors from Belarus tried to get back into the game, but it was Scott McTominay who finally scored Scotland's second goal in the 84th minute, following a fine team move. This goal seemed to seal the victory for the home team, who then sought to manage the end of the match cautiously.

This scenario changed in stoppage time, when Gleb Kuchko reduced the deficit to 2-1 in the 90+6th minute, scoring for Belarus. However, this goal was not enough to deny Scotland's victory, which was enthusiastically received by the crowd at Hampden Park.

The stadium saw a crowd of 49,346, all of whom came to support their national team in this important qualifying stage. Referee Marian Barbu handled the match professionally, ensuring a smooth and fair match. Scotland's victory is a key step in their efforts to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, and fans hope this positive momentum will continue in future matches.

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