Scotland strike late to book World Cup place

Scotland netted two thrilling goals in added time to defeat 10-man Denmark 4-2 on Tuesday, securing their spot in the World Cup for the first time since 1998.

In an electric atmosphere in Glasgow, Kieran Tierney blasted the ball from afar during stoppage time, and Kenny McLean soon followed with another stunning effort.

This victory ensures Steve Clarke's squad will compete in next year's tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, while Denmark must navigate the uncertainty of the play-offs.

Scotland surged ahead in the third minute thanks to an incredible overhead kick by Scott McTominay.

With his back facing the goal close to the penalty area, the Napoli midfielder soared into the air with flair, slamming the ball into the corner past Kasper Schmeichel.

The Danish side, who required only a draw to lead Group C, composed themselves and controlled the ball for much of the first half, yet failed to score.

Nevertheless, they received a chance from the penalty spot just before the hour, following a prolonged VAR review that determined captain Andy Robertson had tripped Gustav Isaksen.

Rasmus Hojlund, after missing several opportunities earlier, powered the shot beyond goalkeeper Craig Gordon.

Four minutes on, Denmark were reduced to 10 players as Rasmus Kristensen received a second yellow card rather strictly and was sent off for fouling John McGinn.

The Scottish team regained the advantage when Lawrence Shankland nodded in a corner delivered by Lewis Ferguson in the 78th minute, sparking wild celebrations at Hampden.

That lead lasted only three minutes until Manchester United's Patrick Dorgu volleyed in for Denmark's second leveller.

Scotland refused to yield though.

Tierney struck from long range in the 93rd minute to put Scotland ahead again, and McLean chipped the ball over Schmeichel, who had advanced far from his goal, starting from the halfway line.

Scotland end as Group C champions with 13 points, two ahead of Denmark.