The oldest grudge in football

Match Overview

England claimed a commanding 3-1 victory over Scotland at Hampden Park in international football’s oldest fixture, marking the 150th anniversary of their first meeting in 1872.

Gareth Southgate’s side controlled the tempo from the onset, establishing a 2-0 lead before halftime with quickfire goals from Phil Foden (32’) and Jude Bellingham (35’). Scotland reduced the deficit in the 67th minute via an own goal from substitute Harry Maguire, but Harry Kane settled the outcome with an 81st-minute strike to secure England’s 49th head-to-head victory.

Key Stats & Facts

• Possession: Scotland 39% – 61% England
• Total Shots (On Target): Scotland 7 (1) – 12 (5) England
• Expected Goals (xG): Scotland 0.42 – 1.84 England
• Pass Accuracy: Scotland 79% (321/406) – 88% (542/616) England
• Corners: Scotland 3 – 4 England
• Fouls / Discipline: Scotland 14 fouls (3 Yellows) – England 10 fouls (2 Yellows)
• All-Time Head-to-Head Record: 116 matches — England 49 wins, Scotland 41 wins, 26 draws

Player Spotlight & Standings Impact

Player Spotlight: Jude Bellingham

Jude Bellingham delivered a masterclass performance in midfield, recording a goal and an assist to earn a match-high 8.9 Flashscore player rating.

• Minutes Played: 84
• Goals / Assists: 1 / 1
• Passing Accuracy: 88% (44/50 completed)
• Ground Duels Won: 6/9
• Chances Created: 3

Standings & Historical Context

The result extended England’s unbeaten streak against Scotland to six matches (W4, D2). Scotland’s last victory in this historic fixture remains a 1-0 win at Wembley Stadium in November 1999.

England maintained their unbeaten run in 2023, while the defeat ended Scotland’s five-game winning streak across all international competitions.