Scotland Qualify for World Cup After Dramatic Victory Over Denmark
Scotland have secured their place at the 2026 World Cup following a thrilling encounter against Denmark, culminating in a 3-2 victory. Goals from Rasmus Højlund, Lawrence Shankland, and a late winner from Kieran Tierney, assisted by Kenny mclean, sealed the win for the home side.
The match was punctuated by controversy,as Denmark were awarded a penalty in the first half for a challenge by Andrew Robertson on Gustav Isaksen,initially deemed fair play. Following a VAR review by Szymon Marciniak, a penalty was awarded, which Højlund converted.
Denmark’s Kristensen received a second yellow card and subsequent red card on the hour mark, prompting Scotland manager Steve Clarke to introduce Lawrence Shankland and Ché Adams. Shankland scored almost immediately, capitalizing on poor Danish defending from a Lewis Ferguson corner.
Denmark responded swiftly, with Patrick Dorgu leveling the score three minutes later after a defensive lapse from Scotland’s Kieran Tierney.
The decisive moment arrived late in the game, with Tierney scoring the winning goal, set up by a crucial assist from Kenny McLean. adams had a header go wide and McGinn’s shot narrowly missed the post before the winning goal.
