Vinicius Junior’s first-half double inspires Brazil to a 3-0 victory over Scotland, securing their spot in the knockout stages as Group C winners.
The Real Madrid star opened the scoring just seven minutes in, capitalizing on a defensive blunder forced by teenage debutant Rayan. Vinicius doubled the Selecao’s advantage just before the break, nodding into an empty net after a precise delivery from Bruno Guimaraes.
Despite Steve Clarke’s tactical tweaks at halftime, which saw Scotland threaten through Kieran Tierney’s dangerous crosses, Brazil’s defense stood firm. Alisson Becker comfortably denied Scott McTominay’s aerial efforts to keep the Tartan Army at bay.
The South American giants wrapped up the points in the 60th minute when Guimaraes turned provider again, setting up Matheus Cunha to fire home at the near post.
While Brazil advances alongside Morocco, Scotland’s heavy defeat leaves their qualification hopes hanging by a thread with a damaging -3 goal difference.