If Scotland make it to the promised land of next summer’s World Cup, they will glance back at this as a crucial evening. There must also be laughter to accompany reflection.
No sane observer could claim Steve Clarke’s team deserved to prevail here. Lewis Ferguson and Lyndon Dykes sealed the win. Dick Turpin sprang to mind. Someone, somewhere appears to be smiling on Scotland’s bid to play in a World Cup for the first time since 1998. The Scots, who had just 31% possession, are now in an excellent position in Group C. A playoff spot could be secured on Sunday evening, when Belarus visit Glasgow. Greece, who next travel to Denmark, need snookers.
Written by Ewan Murray at Hampden Park
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/oct/09/world-cup-qualifier-group-c-scotland-greece-match-report under the title “Ferguson is Scotland’s hero as they fight back to steal vital victory over Greece”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
