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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 live on BBC iPlayer and BBC One Scotland in the UK, and on ESPN+ in the US.
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 tactical 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 US, the match will be streamed on ESPN+.
Gilmour Out, Fletcher Called Up for Scotland
Scotland faces the absence of Billy Gilmour, who is expected to 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
Bolivia will take the field with several absences following their intercontinental playoff loss to Iraq. Victor Abrego, Enzo Monteiro, Fernando Monteiro, and Juan Godoy are not included in the squad for this match.
For head coach Oscar Villegas, these absences are particularly notable in the attacking line. 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
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 recovery from injuries and to evaluate how the selected players perform on the pitch.
Despite Bolivia’s depleted squad, the warm-up match is expected to be valuable for them to finalize their tournament preparations. Although both teams have different objectives, the focus of the match will be the final rehearsal before the World Cup.
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