Scotland returns to the World Cup stage after 28 years away. Coach Steve Clarke is set to announce the nation's historic squad for the Haiti match in Boston following two dominant warm-up victories.
Back-to-back wins with four goals against each Curacao and Bolivia have validated Clarke's 4-4-2 approach. The team will deploy the same system against Haiti, maintaining the momentum from preparation matches that shaped this selection.
The attack will feature Lawrence Shankland and Che Adams, both on the scoresheet last weekend. Andy Robertson (captain) and Aaron Hickey will anchor the full-back positions, with winger Ben Gannon-Doak and midfielder Scott McTominay providing width and steel. Angus Gunn will start in goal after playing the full 90 minutes against Bolivia. Center-back options include Scott McKenna, John Souttar, Grant Hanley, and Jack Hendry. Ryan Christie and Lewis Ferguson will battle for a midfield spot, while Aston Villa captain John McGinn is expected to feature. Former Scotland forward Kenny Miller has backed Shankland and Adams to lead the line.
Three points and reasonable goal difference are statistically sufficient for knockout progression in the expanded format. For a squad returning to the world stage after such a prolonged absence, Haiti represents a defining first test.
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