Ismael Saibari’s early strike handed Morocco a 1-0 win over Scotland in a World Cup clash that was tighter than the scoreline suggests, setting up a meeting with Canada on 4 July 2026. The Group G encounter at Hampden Park was a gritty, low-scoring affair where Morocco’s discipline and clinical edge ultimately proved the difference.
Scotland 0:1 Morocco — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half0 - 1
- 23(Foul)
Second half0 - 0
- 66(Foul)
Live Prediction
Morocco to winWon1.20
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WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Scotland vs Morocco?
Scotland 0-1 Morocco (World Cup).
Who scored?
Ismael Saibari (2', assist Brahim Díaz) for Morocco.
Was Morocco's win deserved?
Yes — Morocco were on top for most of the match.
Were there any cards in Scotland vs Morocco?
Yellow cards: Issa Diop (Morocco); Andrew Robertson (Scotland).
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Head to Head meetings Scotland - Morocco
- Matches1
- The biggest draw0
- The most effective match0-1
Scotland
Morocco
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Victories
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Draws
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Victories
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Victories |  0 | 1  |
Scored goals | 0 | 1 |
Average per game | 0 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0-1 |
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Morocco
Scotland - Morocco Best statistical picks
Recent form favours Morocco to win
12 hasn't lost in 30 of the last matches
Morocco opened the score in 5 of the last 5 matches
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Under 4.5
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Morocco
CheckLive's preview gives Morocco a narrow advantage — not from a gulf in class, but from superior mental composure and a longer unbeaten run. Scotland's recent streak is real, but Morocco's experience in knockout‑adjacent pressure tilts the needle in what promises a cautious, tightly‑fought contest.
Over 3.54.33
Medium confidence56%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
57.7
57.6
CheckSkill
55.3
55.3
CheckMental
71.2
77.4
CheckLive total59.3 vs 60.5+1.2
More match signals
Both teams to score — Yes62%2.10
Over 4.558%9.00
Home win — Scotland50%5.50
Today's market odds.
All both teams to score predictions →Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the Scotland vs Morocco match?
Morocco are slight favourites according to CheckLive's analysis, with a 56% edge driven by superior mental composure and an extended unbeaten run. Scotland's three‑match winning streak offers hope, but in a high‑stakes World Cup encounter, Morocco's ability to handle pressure may swing the result their way.
Which team has better form coming into this match?
Both sides show strong recent form: Scotland have won three straight matches, while Morocco are unbeaten in five. Their form ratings are nearly identical — 57.7 vs 57.6 — making momentum essentially equal. The key difference lies in mental strength rather than raw results.
Will both teams score in the Scotland vs Morocco game?
Both teams score betting is uncertain. Scotland's recent matches have seen goals — nine in three games — but Morocco have kept three clean sheets in their unbeaten run. With high stakes and cautious approaches likely, a low‑scoring affair favours the 'No' on BTTS.
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