Summary

  • Latest from the Scotland camp in Charlotte

  • Midfielder Kenny McLean speaks to media

  • Scott McTominay misses training through illness

  • Steve Clarke's side face Haiti in World Cup Group C opener on Sunday (02:00 BST - live on BBC One)

  • Tell us your stories of Scotland's World Cup

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  1. And it all begins tonight...published at 18:11 BST

    Mexico fansImage source, EPA
    Mexico City StadiumImage source, PA Media

    The World Cup starts in less than two hours, btw.

    Not much I can tell you about the current-day iterations of the Mexico and South Africa national teams, but you can bet your hoose I'll be watching.

    Who else is? Certainly hits different knowing Scotland are there.

    We're off to get ourselves prepped to watch the opening ceremony, but you can keep up to date with all things Scotland on our dedicated page.

    Catch ye.

  2. Morocco dealt double blowpublished at 18:09 BST

    Abde EzzalzouliImage source, Reuters

    Elsewhere, Morocco have had to make two late changes to their World Cup squad.

    They have replaced experienced central defender Nayef Aguerd and left winger Abde Ezzalzouli with Marwane Saadane and Amine Sbai before their opener against Brazil on Saturday.

    Ezzalzouli went off at half-time in Sunday's 1-1 warm-up draw with Norway after a collision with a team-mate.

    The Real Betis star scored 15 goals and provided 13 assists for the Seville club this season. That's a huge blow to lose him.

    And former West Ham centre-back Aguerd, 30, has missed the past three months of action with Marseille because of a groin problem.

    Sbai, capped once, is a 23-year-old winger with French club Angers, while Saadane, 34, plays in Saudi Arabia for Al Fateh.

    Noussair Mazraoui was forced off with a shoulder knock against Norway, but the Manchester United defender is expected to be fit to face Brazil in New Jersey.

  3. 🔜🔜🔜published at 18:06 BST

    Media caption,

    Five of the best from Scotland's World Cup history

  4. 'I couldn't believe Man Utd let him go'published at 18:01 BST

    While we all cross our fingers that Scott McTominay recovers sharp, Scotland team-mate Ryan Christie was a guest on The Wayne Rooney Show and the pair discussed the Napoli player's influence.

    Man Utd great Rooney can't quite believe his former club let the midfielder go two summers ago.

    Media caption,

    'I couldn't believe Man Utd let him go'

  5. Postpublished at 17:58 BST

    The way these players are speaking, you really get the sense they are done with the 'Scotland are here for the party' schtick.

    They really want to make an impact at these finals.

    Kenny McLeanImage source, PA Media
  6. Postpublished at 17:55 BST

    That is all from Mr Kenny McLean.

    Judging by those comments, they perhaps seem unsure whether Scott McTominay has eaten something dodgy or whether it's a bug.

    Let's hope for the former.

  7. 'We won't have to wait 28 years again'published at 17:54 BST

    Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean: "We want to make a stamp in this competition. First thing's first we start with Haiti, we don't want to look too far ahead.

    "Looking beyond this, there's a lot in place. We have a lot of young boys coming through.

    "Twenty-eight years was way too long, it's not going to be that long again."

  8. 'We know how special this can be'published at 17:52 BST

    Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean: "We had that amazing night six months ago, but we need to focus on the here and now.

    "We know how special this can be for us. We know we're in a good place to create more memories.

    "We know it's about what we do and we have everything in place be as good as we can be, create more history and create they memories again."

  9. Why is Clarke wearing a trackie?published at 17:50 BST

    Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean is asked why head coach Steve Clarke is wearing a tracksuit in sweltering heat.

    "You can be the one that questions what he's wearing," he jokes. "That's his decision."

    Scotland's Kenny McLean during a training session at the Atrium Health Training Ground in Charlotte, North Carolina.Image source, PA Media
  10. 'Incredible squad here to take care of business'published at 17:48 BST

    Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean: "Since we've met up, we know what we're building up to. But the experience has been amazing.

    "Every time I see someone sitting up here they say how good it is being away with this group of lads - and it's honestly incredible.

    "We've got one job in hand and we're here to take care of business."

  11. Scotland in top shape - McLeanpublished at 17:47 BST

    Asked if the team are in the best shape they can be mentally, Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean adds:"I think so. There have been a couple issues the past couple of weeks, but that's pretty normal after long seasons.

    "We've looked after ourselves as best as we could. Everybody is in great shape. The training has been amazing, intense when it's had to be, chilled when it's had to be."

  12. McTominay a 'special, special player'published at 17:44 BST

    More from Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean on Scott McTominay:"I don't need to speak too much on him, everyone knows how big he is.

    "It's a team effort and always will be, but when you have special, special players like that you want them to be available. I'm sure he will be.

    "His preparation has been amazing, apart from maybe something he's eaten along the line.

    "He's up in a mural for a reason. He's an amazing guy, amazing part of the team."

    Kenny McLean speaks at Scotland's press conference in CharlotteImage source, PA Media
  13. 'We put a lot of expectation on ourselves'published at 17:41 BST

    Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean: "Every game is going to be as big as the other, but [Haiti] is the one that's approaching.

    "This is the one the main focus is on right now. There's a lot of expectation, we put a lot of expectation on ourselves.

    "We'll look to go there and win the game."

  14. 'We want to make more history'published at 17:39 BST

    Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean: "[The Denmark moment] has been been and gone now. We want to make more history.

    "There's more to come - we believe and I believe. Preparation has been amazing, couldn't have gone any better.

    "We need to maximise the opportunity we've got."

    Kenny McLeanImage source, PA Media
  15. 'I'm sure McTominay will be fine'published at 17:37 BST

    Scotland midfielder Kenny McLean is instantly asked if he is feeling OK, given the news Scott McTominay missed training today with an upset stomach.

    "Mines is alright thankfully," he says. "Hopefully that doesn't spread. Fingers crossed Scott will be fine. I'm sure he will be"

  16. Postpublished at 17:35 BST

    He's here!

    Hit play above...

  17. Still dreamin'published at 17:33 BST

    Media caption,

    McLean scores from halfway to seal Scotland's World Cup place

    Still cannot believe what we watched that night.

    For a player that has faced so much unfair scrutiny over the years, it is bonkers how many moments Kenny McLean has been responsible for.

    I might not be so nice if he keeps us waiting much longer.

  18. No McTominay in Scotland trainingpublished at 17:30 BST

    Scott McTominayImage source, PA Media
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    An upset stomach kept McTominay out of Scotland training today

    Did anyone watch the live stream we provided of the players training earlier?

    Same. Cannae get enough.

    Anyway, you might have noticed there was no Scott McTominay. I know, I know.

    We have been told the Napoli man has an upset stomach. He should hopefully be OK soon.

    So in the words of Gianni Infantino: "Just, you know, chill, relax".

    Scott McKenna was absent again, too. He is carrying a slight knock.

  19. Postpublished at 17:27 BST

    You should have a 'watch live' option at the top of this feed now.

    All you'll get is a placeholder graphic and some creepy elevator music.

    I'll let you know when Kenny arrives.