Tartan Army Ready to Ruffle the Maracana's Feathers

The wait is finally over for Scottish football fans - 28 years of hurt are about to be laid to rest. Steve Clarke's side qualified through sheer resilience in the European grind, leaving many with little to lose as they arrive at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

Brazil, meanwhile, enter this World Cup campaign on uncertain terms after a tumultuous tenure under Tite and subsequent appointment of Dorival Junior. Vinicius Jr and Endrick are expected to carry the hopes of a nation that last lifted the trophy in 2002.

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Brazil, meanwhile, enter this World Cup campaign on uncertain terms after a tumultuous tenure under Tite and subsequent appointment of Dorival Junior.

The stage is set for an intriguing encounter between two sides with vastly different expectations. Scotland's organized low block and deadly set-piece threat could make this far more uncomfortable than the odds suggest, as Miami's massive Brazilian community guarantees a Maracana-like atmosphere in south Florida.

What to watch for: Can Brazil overcome their off-field distractions and find form against an underrated Scottish side? The world is watching - can Scotland finally give the Tartan Army something to cheer about?