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Scotland National Football Team Qualifies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

  • Submitted by: Keith Brown, Clackmannanshire and Dunblane, Scottish National Party.
  • Date lodged: Wednesday, 19 November 2025
  • Motion type: Members' Business Motion
  • Motion reference: S6M-19823
  • Current status: Has not yet achieved cross-party support

That the Parliament congratulates the Scotland national football team on qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup; recognises that this marks Scotland’s first appearance at the tournament in 28 years and represents a significant moment for Scottish sport; commends the team on its thrilling 4–2 win over Denmark at Hampden Park, which secured qualification; acknowledges the quality and determination shown throughout the match, including Scott McTominay’s early goal from an overhead kick, Lawrence Shankland’s restoration of Scotland’s lead in the second half, and the dramatic stoppage-time goals from Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean, which sealed the result; further acknowledges the contribution of head coach, Steve Clarke, and all the staff supporting the national side; pays tribute to the Tartan Army for its passionate and positive backing of the team at home and abroad; notes the wider social, cultural and sporting benefits that participation in major international events can bring to communities across Scotland; wishes the national team every success as preparations begin for the 2026 World Cup finals; notes the pride that this achievement has brought to communities across Clackmannanshire and Stirling, and recognises the work of local clubs and volunteers in supporting grassroots football.

 


Supported by: George Adam, Alasdair Allan, Jeremy Balfour, Neil Bibby, Miles Briggs, Bob Doris, James Dornan, Tim Eagle, Annabelle Ewing, Kenneth Gibson, Rhoda Grant, Ross Greer, Emma Harper, Patrick Harvie, Clare Haughey, Jamie Hepburn, Bill Kidd, Rona Mackay, John Mason, Liam McArthur, Paul McLennan, Stuart McMillan, Carol Mochan, Audrey Nicoll, Emma Roddick, Douglas Ross (Registered interest) , Alex Rowley, Kevin Stewart, Evelyn Tweed, Annie Wells