Scotland vs Morocco Kick-off in Nepal Time, World Cup Group C Match Team News, Prediction

he FIFA World Cup 2026™ continues with a high-stakes Group C encounter between Scotland and Morocco. Coming off a historic victory in their opening match, Scotland looks to cement their position at the top of the group, while Morocco aims to bounce back from their opening draw and secure their first win of the tournament. For football fans in Nepal, this exciting match is set for early Saturday morning.

Match Details

This pivotal fixture takes place at Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium), with both squads eager to capitalize on the opportunity to move up the table.

• Tournament Stage: Group Stage – Group C
• Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026 (NPT)
• Time: 3:45 AM (Nepal Standard Time)
• Venue: Boston Stadium, Foxborough, USA

Team News

Group C remains highly competitive. Scotland currently leads the standings following their 1–0 victory against Haiti, while Morocco sits level with Brazil after a 1–1 draw in their first game.

• Scotland: Scotland enters this contest buoyed by their first World Cup win in 36 years. John McGinn remains a key figure in the midfield following his decisive goal in the opening match. The Scots will look to maintain their disciplined defensive shape while searching for opportunities to break through Morocco’s resilient backline.
• Morocco: Morocco demonstrated significant attacking quality in their opener against Brazil, registering 12 shots within the first 30 minutes. With creative threats like Ismael Saibari, who scored in their first match, Morocco is expected to challenge Scotland with pace and technical skill.

Stats & Standings

Following the opening round of Group C fixtures, the standings are as follows: