Scotland's World Cup hopes hang in balance after 3-0 defeat to Brazil
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Samuel Meade
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Scotland's World Cup hopes are uncertain after a 3-0 defeat to Brazil in Group C. Vinicius Jr scored twice in the first half, and Matheus Cunha added another, leaving Scotland in third place in the group. The team, playing in a major tournament for the first time in nearly 30 years, struggled against Brazil's dominant performance. Scotland must now wait to see if they have secured a knockout berth.
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Steve Clarke's side, playing in the major tournament for the first time in nearly 30 years, struggled throughout against their rockstar opponents
Vinicius Jnr's brace ensured he's now scored in every game of the World Cup
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