Scotland vs. Brazil: World Cup 2026 Group C Decider in Miami
Scotland vs. Brazil closes Group C at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on June 24, 2026 (Match 49), kicking off 6 p.m. ET. Preview, getting there, kickoff, and the eSIM for North America.
Published June 15, 2026·5 min read
Summary
Scotland vs. Brazil closes Group C at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on June 24, 2026 (Match 49), kicking off 6 p.m. ET — five-time champions Brazil against a Scotland side back at a World Cup for the first time since 1998. Here's the preview, how to reach the stadium, and the one eSIM that covers all of North America on a single plan.
The match: Scotland vs. Brazil, June 24 in Miami
Per the confirmed fixture list, Scotland finish Group C against Brazil at Hard Rock Stadium— the Miami-area venue in Miami Gardens, branded “Miami Stadium” for the tournament. They share the group with Morocco and Haiti, who meet simultaneously in the group's other decider so both results land together.
Brazil arrive as the tournament's most-decorated nation with five World Cup titles and will target top spot, while Scotland chase the points to advance under the 48-team format. For team notes, see our Brazil fan guide and Scotland fan guide, plus the wider Group C preview.
Match-day facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date / kickoff | Wed, June 24, 2026 · 6 p.m. ET |
| Venue | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL (Match 49) |
| Group | Group C (with Morocco, Haiti) |
| Nearest airport | Miami (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale (FLL) |
Getting to Hard Rock Stadium
Hard Rock Stadium sits in Miami Gardens, about 25 km north of downtown Miami, with match-day shuttles and rideshare drop-offs the most reliable options; there is no direct rail to the gates. Full routes are in our Miami getting-there guide, and the eat & stay guide covers where to base yourself across South Florida.
eSIM vs roaming vs pocket Wi-Fi for World Cup travel
| Option | Cost | Setup time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | Low | ~5 min (pre-install on Wi-Fi) | Excellent (local carrier) |
| Carrier roaming | High | Instant (already enabled) | Medium (partner-dependent) |
| Pocket Wi-Fi | Medium | Airport pickup / rental | Good (extra device to charge) |
Mobile tickets in the FIFA World Cup 26™ app, live shuttle times, rideshare back to South Beach — a win-or-sweat decider runs on data, and stadium Wi-Fi buckles when 65,000 people share it. A North America eSIM keeps you online across the US, Canada, and Mexico on one plan, so following Brazil to a knockout city needs no SIM swap. From US$5 with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card — details in the Miami connectivity guide.
FAQ
QWhen and where is Scotland vs. Brazil at the 2026 World Cup?
AScotland vs. Brazil kicks off June 24, 2026 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida (the Miami host city), branded “Miami Stadium” for the tournament. It's Match 49, the final Group C fixture, with a 6 p.m. ET kickoff.
QWhy does Scotland vs. Brazil kick off at the same time as Morocco vs. Haiti?
AFIFA plays a group's final two matches simultaneously to prevent collusion. Group C's other decider, Morocco vs. Haiti at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, kicks off at the same time on June 24, 2026, so both results land together.
QWhat does Scotland need to advance from Group C?
AScotland, back at a World Cup for the first time since 1998, need a result against five-time champions Brazil. Under the 48-team format the top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed teams reach the Round of 32, so even a draw could be enough depending on other results.
QDoes my eSIM work in Miami and other US host cities?
AA North America eSIM covers the USA, Canada, and Mexico on local networks, so the same plan works at Hard Rock Stadium and follows you to every other host city. No SIM swap required between countries.
Bottom line
Scotland vs. Brazil is Group C's decider in Miami. Plan your route to Hard Rock Stadium, check the full matchday 3 schedule, and grab a World Cup 2026 eSIM that covers every host city on one plan.