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Scotland beat 10-man Curaçao but Gilmour ruled out of World Cup

Scotland defeated a depleted Curaçao 2-0, but defender Billy Gilmour has been ruled out of the World Cup with a knee injury.

Scotland secured a 2-0 victory over a 10‑man Curaçao side in a warm‑up match ahead of the World Cup, showcasing resilience after playing most of the game with one player down. The win boosts confidence as Scotland prepares for their first World Cup in 28 years. esporist.org

However, the triumph was dampened when defender Billy Gilmour was announced as out of the World Cup squad due to a knee injury, a setback for the team’s defensive options.