Manager Steve Clarke has confirmed that Scotland has established procedures to manage any weather-related pauses during their upcoming World Cup match against Brazil in Miami. A draw in this final Group C fixture would likely secure Scotland a spot in the knockout phase for the first time.
Thunderstorms in the forecast could potentially interrupt the game. Similar conditions recently forced a two-hour delay during the France-Iraq match in Philadelphia. Clarke noted that the team has a strategy prepared for such an event, which typically requires a 30-minute waiting period following the most recent lightning strike. Furthermore, Clarke confirmed that Aaron Hickey will be sidelined for the match due to fitness issues.
Reflecting on his childhood, Clarke admitted a lifelong admiration for the Brazilian national team, dating back to the 1970 squad. However, he emphasized that his focus remains entirely on securing a result for Scotland. Captain Andy Robertson echoed this sentiment, acknowledging the immense talent within the Brazilian roster—including stars like Neymar and Vinicius Jr—but stressed that Scotland must enter the match with complete self-belief and execute their game plan effectively.
