What do numbers tell us about Scotland's World Cup attacking intent?
Summary
Scotland’s national football team has struggled to score goals in the 2026 World Cup group stage, with only one goal in three matches so far. Their attacking performance is among the weakest compared to other teams, raising doubts about their chances of advancing to the knockout rounds.Key Facts
- Scotland scored just one goal in three World Cup group matches.
- They had 17 shots in Euro 2024, one of the lowest totals since 1980.
- At the 2026 World Cup, Scotland’s number of goals per match is among the lowest, tied with debutants Curacao.
- Scotland’s expected goals statistic is average, but the team has performed below this expectation by 1.6 goals.
- Scotland’s shots on target per game are very low, equal to Curacao and Haiti.
- It took Scotland 200 minutes after their first goal to get another shot on target.
- Coach Steve Clarke used three different formations across three World Cup games, including 4-4-2 and variations of 4-2-3-1.
- Despite some tactical changes, Scotland’s attacking problems remain a key concern.
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