A group-stage exit in 1954 had been a sobering lesson. Scotland returned in 1958 with renewed purpose. Under Matt Busby, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 |
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3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 12 | -3 | 4 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 1 |
Scotland's campaign never truly ignited, and a group stage exit brought an early end to their World Cup hopes.
Scotland endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a 1-1 draw with Yugoslavia, a narrow 2-3 loss to Paraguay, and a narrow 1-2 loss to France. Scotland's tournament ended at the the group phase, a campaign that never truly got going.
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Winless throughout conceded 6 in 3 matches.
Sammy Baird led Scotland's attack with 1 goal at the 1958 World Cup. Shared the top-scorer honours with Murray, Mudie and Collins, all with 1.
The tactical mind behind Scotland's 1958 campaign. Winless under Busby leading Scotland at his first World Cup.
Scotland's defense was put under pressure by Yugoslavia, Paraguay, and France in a grueling Group D. Despite scoring just one goal, they struggled to find consistency on the pitch.
