Scottish supporters have reacted with fury following today's announcement of their 2026 World Cup kick-off times, with the opening fixture against Haiti scheduled for 2am UK time. Scottish supporters have reacted with fury following today's announcement of their 2026 World Cup kick-off times | GETTYColin Wilkinson from the Scottish Licensed Trade Association expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity for venues across the country. The World Cup draw took place in Washington on Friday | GETTYDespite the scheduling frustrations, Scotland manager Steve Clarke struck an optimistic tone about the draw itself following Friday's ceremony in Washington. "One of the big things in my head was no European teams - so we are playing three top sides from three different continents of the world, and that's what the World Cup is all about," he explained. Scott McTominay scored a bicycle kick | PAScotland's return to the World Cup marks their first appearance in the finals since 1998.

Source: The Times December 07, 2025 10:33 UTC