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Scotland Faces Bolivia in Final Warm-Up Match in New Jersey
Scotland will play Bolivia in their last warm-up match before the 2026 World Cup in New Jersey. The match will be broadcast in the UK on BBC iPlayer and BBC One Scotland, and in the US on ESPN+.
Scotland will face Bolivia in their final warm-up match ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The game is scheduled for Saturday at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in New Jersey, with kickoff set for 21:00 BST.
This match represents Scotland's last serious test as they prepare for their first World Cup finals appearance since 1998. For the coaching staff, it is a crucial opportunity to finalize the squad setup and last-minute plans before the tournament begins.
Broadcast Information
The match will be broadcast live on BBC One Scotland in the UK. It will also be available to watch for free on BBC iPlayer.
Viewers wishing to watch on BBC iPlayer must have a TV license and a BBC account. In the United States, the match will be available on ESPN+.
Gilmour Out for Scotland, Fletcher Called Up
Scotland confirmed that Billy Gilmour will miss the World Cup due to an injury sustained in the recent match against Curaçao. Manchester United midfielder Tyler Fletcher has been called up as his replacement.
Fletcher, son of Darren Fletcher, was part of the extended squad for the Curaçao match. This call-up represents a significant opportunity for the young player.
Bolivia Faces Squad Shortages
Following their intercontinental playoff loss to Iraq, Bolivia will take the field with several absences. Victor Abrego, Enzo Monteiro, Fernando Monteiro, and Juan Godoy are not included in the squad for this match.
These absences are particularly notable in the attacking line for coach Oscar Villegas. While there are more experienced players in midfield and defense, some forwards named for the warm-up have limited international experience.
Coaching Staff Focused on Final Preparations Before the Tournament
Scotland aims to test their rhythm and cohesion one last time before the World Cup. The match against Bolivia is important both to assess the post-injury status of players and to evaluate how the squad members perform on the pitch.
Despite their depleted squad, Bolivia views this warm-up as valuable for finalizing their team setup before the tournament. Although both teams have different objectives, the match will serve as the final rehearsal before the World Cup.
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