Scotland vs Brazil at a World Cup is, historically, a one-sided story. Brazil has never lost to Scotland at any competitive level. No Scottish player has ever scored against them in World Cup history. Greg Taylor would like to change both of those things on June 24, 2026.

The Scotland left-back, who plays his club football for PAOK Thessaloniki, has spoken about his ambition to become the first Scottish player to score against Brazil at a World Cup. It’s a bold target. It also happens to be one he has personal evidence for believing is achievable.

The precedent that makes this more than wishful thinking

Back on June 3, 2017, Taylor scored the only goal as Scotland’s under-20 side beat Brazil’s under-20 team 1-0 at the Toulon Tournament. That result was, by any measure, historic: Scotland’s first ever victory over Brazil at any level, youth or senior.

He has 14 senior caps for Scotland heading into this tournament. The player hunting World Cup history against Brazil is a left-back from Glasgow who plays in Greece.

Scotland’s situation in Group C adds genuine weight to the occasion. They head into the Brazil match with 3 points from two group stage games, which keeps their knockout-stage hopes alive but leaves no margin for error. Brazil, meanwhile, leads Group C with 4 points.

Why this match matters beyond the records

Scotland last won a World Cup finals match in 1998. A nation that invented the sport has been waiting nearly three decades to win again at the sport’s biggest tournament.

A win or draw against Brazil would significantly improve their qualification outlook. A loss likely ends it.

The match kicks off at 17:00 local time in Miami, which is 22:00 BST. It will be broadcast on FOX and BBC.

Born on November 5, 1997, Taylor is 28 years old heading into this fixture.