Has John McGinn played in a World Cup before?

Scotland has appeared in 9 World Cups. Check the Career tab for John McGinn's full international history.

What position does John McGinn play?

John McGinn plays as a midfielder for Scotland at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Scotland in at the 2026 World Cup?

Scotland are in Group C at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Brazil, Morocco, Haiti.

When does Scotland play at the World Cup?

Scotland's first match is on 2026-06-13 against Haiti at Gillette Stadium, Foxborough.

John McGinn – Scotland | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

John McGinn

Date of BirthOctober 18, 1994 (age 31)

Place of BirthGlasgow, Scotland

Height / Weight178 / 68

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubAston Villa

Career

Appearances

Career

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	3	0	0
World Cup	3	1	0
Friendlies Clubs	1	0	0
League Cup	1	0	1
FA Cup	1	0	0
UEFA Europa League	12	5	2
Premier League	30	5	4
UEFA Champions League	10	3	2
Euro Championship	3	0	0
UEFA Nations League	6	2	0
World Cup - Qualification Europe	6	0	1
All Competitions	76	16	10

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World Cup 2026

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#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Brazil	3	2	1	0	6	7
2	Morocco	3	2	1	0	3	7
3	Scotland	3	1	0	2	-3	3
4	Haiti	3	0	0	3	-6	0

2026-06-13Haiti vs ScotlandGillette Stadium, Foxborough→2026-06-19Scotland vs MoroccoGillette Stadium, Foxborough→2026-06-24Scotland vs BrazilHard Rock Stadium, Miami→

2026 tournament outlook

John McGinn will represent Scotland at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Scotland have been drawn in Group C alongside Brazil, Morocco, Haiti. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-13 against Haiti at Gillette Stadium, Foxborough. As a midfielder, McGinn will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Scotland's best World Cup finish is Group stage (8 times). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Scotland at the 2026 World Cup

John McGinn is part of the Scotland squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Steve Clarke, alongside S. Bain, G. Hanley, C. Barron, and Findlay Curtis among the key players.

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