The 2026 Scotland World Cup roster is set, with manager Steve Clarke naming his 26-man squad for the tournament across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Captain Andy Robertson leads the Tartan Army to a first World Cup since 1998, and Scotland open Group C play alongside Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti. Clarke named three goalkeepers, ten defenders, eight midfielders, and five forwards.
This guide lists the full confirmed 26-man Scotland roster by position, a look at the tactical roles, and a projected starting XI for the group opener. You can also download a free printable one-page version of the squad using the button below.
2026 Scotland World Cup Roster
Clarke leaned on his Premier League and Serie A based core while recalling Ross Stewart after a four year absence. The list below is the official 26 confirmed for the tournament. The one authoritative source for this squad is the official FIFA Scotland team page.
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| Manager | Steve Clarke |
| Captain | Andy Robertson |
| Confirmed squad | 26 players |
| Group | Group C |
| Group opponents | Brazil, Morocco, Haiti |
| Announced | May 2026 |
Scotland Roster Position Breakdown & Tactical Roles
Goalkeepers
- Craig Gordon – Hearts
- Angus Gunn – Nottingham Forest
- Liam Kelly – Rangers
Defenders
- Andy Robertson (C) – Liverpool
- Kieran Tierney – Celtic
- John Souttar – Rangers
- Jack Hendry – Al-Ettifaq
- Aaron Hickey – Brentford
- Nathan Patterson – Everton
- Grant Hanley – Hibernian
- Scott McKenna – Dinamo Zagreb
- Dom Hyam – Blackburn Rovers
- Anthony Ralston – Celtic
Midfielders
- Scott McTominay – Napoli
- Billy Gilmour – Napoli
- John McGinn – Aston Villa
- Ryan Christie – Bournemouth
- Lewis Ferguson – Bologna
- Kenny McLean – Norwich City
- Ben Gannon-Doak – Bournemouth
- Findlay Curtis – Rangers
Forwards / Attackers
- Che Adams – Torino
- Lawrence Shankland – Hearts
- Ross Stewart – Southampton
- Lyndon Dykes – Charlton Athletic
- George Hirst – Ipswich Town
Predicted Scotland Starting XI: Group Stage Opener
The lineup below is one likely setup in a 4-3-3 for the opening match. It is a projection based on recent team selection and current form, not an official team sheet.
Predicted Lineup Layout
- GK: Craig Gordon
- DEF: Hickey, Souttar, Tierney, Robertson
- MID: McTominay, Gilmour, McGinn
- FWD: Christie, Adams, Doak
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Scotland World Cup Roster
Is this the final Scotland World Cup roster?
Yes. Steve Clarke named the final 26-man squad in May 2026, Scotland’s first World Cup squad in 28 years. Captain Andy Robertson leads the group.
Where can I track the full tournament brackets?
You can follow every round with our free printable 2026 World Cup bracket, and build your own picks with the Custom Bracket Maker.
Who does Scotland play in the group stage?
Scotland play in Group C alongside Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti. You can view the full Scotland match schedule, with dates, venues, and kickoff times, on our 2026 Scotland World Cup schedule page.
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