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Why Scotland can't play for draw or narrow defeat against Brazil
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
A draw or even narrow defeat could mean Scotland qualify for the knockout stage of the World Cup. But how difficult is it to play a game you do not need to win?
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