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• Scotland were lucky to lose just three-nil as Vinicius Jr-inspired and fun Brazil tore them apart... Steve Clarke's gamble backfired and two individual errors could see them go home, writes RIATH AL-SAMARRAI25 June 2026, 1:11 am
  RIATH AL-SAMARRAI AT MIAMI STADIUM: If Steve Clarke's worst fear was a drubbing, then he ought to avoid seeking anything positive from the fact Scotland suffered a mere 3-0 defeat in Miami.
  
• Miami police crack down on rowdy Scotland World Cup fans and their boozy antics as thousands arrive in Florida before Brazil showdown25 June 2026, 1:07 am
  The Tartan Army made Boston their base for the opening two group games against Haiti and Morocco, winning widespread praise for their good humor - but it appears that Miami feels different about the visitors.
  
• Scotland vs Brazil - World Cup C RECAP: All the reaction as Tartan Army's World Cup hopes hang in the balance after capitulation in Miami25 June 2026, 1:07 am
  Relive Daily Mail Sport's live coverage for the latest updates as Scotland take on Brazil in Group C as they seek to make history at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
  
• 'Please evacuate like it's 1776!': Rowdy England fans take over Boston from the Tartan Army - but are told they have 'zero class' by Scot-loving locals25 June 2026, 1:06 am
  England fans have said they are allowing themselves to be 'optimistic for once' ahead of their second World Cup match against Ghana.
  
• SCOTLAND 0 BRAZIL 3: Sloppy Scots are architects of their own downfall in Miami no-show25 June 2026, 1:01 am
  In one corner of the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, there is a huge area where a DJ pumps out all kinds of heavy bass and techno music.
  
• Aston Villa v UEFA and how they can get out of their financial straitjacket: TOM COLLOMOSSE reveals the club's options that DON'T involve selling stars - and how they believe they can win their case25 June 2026, 1:00 am
  Aston Villa's transfer strategy this summer will be determined in a boardroom in Switzerland as much as by Unai Emery and his recruitment team.
  
• Agony for the Tartan Army: Scotland fans commiserate desperate World Cup defeat by Brazil - now, their US adventure hangs in the balance25 June 2026, 12:47 am
  The agony was etched across the faces of those in the Tartan Army who had watched Brazil run rings around their Scotland side on Wednesday night. 
  
• Emotional Neymar breaks down in tears after making his Brazil return - 981 DAYS after last appearance - during World Cup win over Scotland25 June 2026, 12:34 am
  Neymar, 34, is his country's all-time record goalscorer with 79 goals in 129 caps, but he hadn't featured since a World Cup qualifying defeat by Uruguay on 17 October, 2023.
  
• Timid Scots looked unsure that they even belonged on this stage... going home early will be a small mercy25 June 2026, 12:20 am
  After all the talk of showing no fear and all the promises that Scotland would markedly improve from the Morocco game, this was a feeble effort.
  
• The Socceroos are hit with a double blow just before their crucial World Cup clash with Paraguay24 June 2026, 11:18 pm
  The Aussies have been dealt a pair of setbacks as they try to guarantee they'll make it to the knockout stage of the tournament.
  
• The ONE Norwegian fan refusing to join in with team's viral World Cup celebration! Hilarious moment single supporter sits still as thousands do 'The Viking'24 June 2026, 11:01 pm
  Norway supporters have been showing off the World Cup's most eye-catching cheer - The Viking Row - in support of their team.
  
• Chelsea prepare £50m offer for Crystal Palace star as Cesc Fabregas lines up move for Blues defender at Como... while role Xabi Alonso played in convincing Marco Palestra to join club over Inter Milan is revealed: WINDOW WATCH24 June 2026, 10:36 pm
  It's that time of the year again - the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season.
  
• Relief for Harry Kane! Witch doctor who cursed England captain before he fired a blank against Ghana says he has LIFTED the jinx after World Cup draw24 June 2026, 10:01 pm
  England subsequently prodded and probed for 90 frustrating minutes as they laboured to a disappointing 0-0 stalemate in Boston.
  
• Jurgen Klopp storms out of interview after being grilled on fellow pundit's 'racist' remarks about Ivory Coast - with ex-Man United star describing team's style as 'African football' and 'a bit wild, not quite as tactical'24 June 2026, 10:01 pm
  The former Bayern Munich and Manchester United star's comments have sparked debate across the country.
  
• Boost for fans as BBC announce deal to show Scotland's Euro 2028 qualifiers live on free-to-air TV24 June 2026, 9:42 pm
  Scotland fans have been given a huge boost ahead of the next European Championship campaign with the news that national team games will continue to be broadcast live and free-to-air on the BBC.