The qualifying rounds of the 2026 World Cup are in full swing in Europe. The results of yesterday's matches in different groups across the continent further changed the balance of power in the qualifiers.
Scotland took the lead in Group C
In the Glasgow match, Scotland defeated Belarus 2-1 at home. Thanks to goals scored by Adams and McTominay, the hosts secured a crucial victory. Belarus's only goal was scored by Kuchko in the final minutes of the match. Following this victory, the Scots took the lead in the group with 10 points. Now their main rival is Denmark, which is preparing for the match against Greece.
In Group G, the Netherlands scored four unanswered goals
In the match held in Amsterdam, the Netherlands defeated Finland decisively - 4:0. Memphis Depay was the main character of the day - he scored one goal and provided two assists. Malen, van Dijk, and Gakpo also found the back of the net. The Netherlands thus solidified their lead in their group with 16 points. Finland remained in 3rd place with 10 points.
The Faroe Islands made a sensation in L
An unexpected outcome - the Faroe Islands won 2-1 over the Czech Republic. Sorensen and Agnarsson's goals secured a historic victory for the hosts. The Czech Republic, after this defeat, missed the opportunity to get closer to the leader, Croatia. Croatia will now face outsider Gibraltar in their next match, and if they win, they will strengthen their lead.
A number of interesting clashes are expected in the next round of qualifying matches. So far, the most discussed event has been the beautiful and convincing victory of the Netherlands and the sensational result of the Faroe Islands.
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers. Results of October 12:
Group C: Scotland - Belarus 2:1 (Adams, McTominay - Kuchko)
Group G: Netherlands - Finland 4:0 (Malen, van Dijk, Depay, Gakpo)
Group L: Faroe Islands - Czech Republic 2:1 (Sorensen, Agnarsson - Karabes)
For European football fans, this day once again showed how intense the struggle for the World Cup is becoming.
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