Scotland 4-2 Denmark result: Scotland return to World Cup for first time since 1998 with famous victory after Scott McTominay magic

Scotland scored twice in added time to beat 10-man Denmark 4-2 and confirm their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Scott McTominay scored an audacious overhead kick in the first half, before a late worldie from Kieran Tierney and a sensational strike from the halfway line from Kenny McLean wrapped up a dramatic win.

The home side got off to a dream start after just four minutes, when Napoli midfielder McTominay executed a sensational overhead kick to break the deadlock.

It was not long, though, before Scotland suffered a blow when the lively Ben Doak - who assisted McTominay’s opener - was forced off with a muscle injury after 20 minutes.

Doak’s departure quickly changed the tide, as Scotland struggled to get out of their defensive third for a period as Denmark piled on the pressure. On-loan Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund crashed the ball home from close range, but his effort was quickly ruled out for a push on Aaron Hickey in the build-up.

The trend continued, though, as Denmark continued to lash shots at Craig Gordon’s goal for the remainder of the first half, but they could not hit the target, let alone find the back of the net.

Scotland could not hold on to their lead for much longer following the break, as Hojlund excellently levelled matters from the penalty spot after Andy Robertson fouled Gustav Isaksen just inside the box.

That gave control back to Group C leaders Denmark, who only needed to draw to qualify for next summer’s tournament, but things quickly changed as they were reduced to 10 men on the hour mark when Rasmus Kristensen picked up his second booking.

The hosts took advantage and hit back through substitute Lawrence Shankland, who poked home from a yard out. Once again, though, Denmark levelled when Patrick Dorgu stroked home a low effort minutes later.

But as the game entered added time at the end of the second half and with Denmark hanging on, Tierney curled a sensational effort from outside the box beyond Kasper Schmeichel to lift the roof off Hampden.

Denmark pushed hard for a third equaliser in the dying moments, but were caught off guard when McLean picked up the ball in his own half and unleashed a shot from the halfway line which bounced into the net with Schmeichel well off his line to wrap up victory.

Scotland return to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, while Denmark were left to settle for a play-off.

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SCOTLAND ARE GOING TO THE WORLD CUP!

Done and dusted in sensational style!

Following a Denmark attack, Scotland win the ball back and Kenny McLean pulls the trigger from the halfway line and beats Schmeichel way off his line!

Unbelievable!!

Tierney booked for a foul, but he probably doesn't care.

Scotland throw the kitchen sink at Denmark and the ball comes out to Tierney, 25 yards from goal, who beautifully curls an exceptional effort beyond Kasper Schmeichel.

Sensational stuff here at Hampden. Absolute bedlam.

Kieran Tierney might have just sent Scotland to the World Cup!!

Striker Biereth is on.

There will be SIX minutes of additional time.

Hampden holds its breath as the ball falls to McGinn inside the box. He curls an effort towards the top corner at the back post, but it whistles the wrong side of the woodwork! Great effort.

Arsenal's Norgaard comes on for Hojlund.

Scotland just never make it easy for themselves.

10-man Denmark once again have control of Group C and are heading to the World Cup as things stand.

Would you believe it?! Scotland finally regained the league and Dorgu has just landed a dagger!

Denmark work their way into the box and Scotland fail to clear their lines as a cross comes in. The ball falls to Dorgu on the left of the box, who coolly slots into the bottom left corner with a first-time strike.

Scotland have to do it all again!

Hampden is bouncing!

Could that be the goal to take Scotland to the World Cup?

Scotland get their lead back!!

A corner comes in from the left and evades all the red shirts, falling to substitute Shankland who pokes home from a yard out!

What a moment that could be...

Kieran Tierney launches in a long throw and after a bit of a scamble in the box, the ball falls to Shankland whose effort is straight into the arms of Kasper Schmeichel.

Scotland finally have a chance to attack through skipper Robertson down the left, but his deep cross is well overhit and runs out of play on the following side of the pitch.

Despite being down to 10, Denmark still look best going forward.

The Scotland fans are urging their team to get forward, but the Danes are proving tough to break down at the moment.

The former Arsenal defender's introduction is the latest change by Steve Clarke.

Group C is set up for a thrilling finale at Hampden.

They also make a sub following that sending off.

Brian Riemer's side only need a draw, so they've brought on another defender.