Once Upon a World Cup: Scotland Qualifies

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Scotland is going back to the World Cup.

In this episode of Soccer Bedtime Stories, we tell the story of Scotland’s dramatic 4–2 win over Denmark in a 2026 World Cup qualifier at Hampden Park. Denmark needed only a draw, but Scotland needed a win — and what followed became one of the most unforgettable nights in Scottish soccer history.

Scott McTominay opened the match with a stunning bicycle kick. Denmark fought back again and again. Then, in stoppage time, Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean scored the goals that sent Scotland to the men’s World Cup for the first time since 1998.

This kid-friendly soccer story is about patience, belief, World Cup dreams, and the magic of never giving up.

So settle in, close your eyes, and join us for Once Upon a World Cup: Scotland Qualifies for the World Cup.

Sleep well and dream big, soccer friends.

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