England and Scotland on course for World Cup showdown
UKPulse Sport Desk
England and Scotland are set to meet in the last 16 of the World Cup after the final round of group fixtures, but results elsewhere could change the tie. Use the BBC Sport predictor tool to plot your country's path to glory.
- England sit top of Group L and Scotland are third in Group C
- The two teams are on course to meet in Mexico City on 6 July
- Results elsewhere could change the tiebreaker rules and table of third-placed teams
The stage is set for an electric encounter as England and Scotland gear up for a mouth-watering showdown in the World Cup last 16. With the final whistle blown on the group stages, it's crystal clear that these two old foes will be locking horns in what promises to be a cracker of a match.
England have been firing on all cylinders in Group L, racking up four wins from their four games to top the table with a healthy goal difference. Meanwhile, Scotland have been quietly building momentum in Group C, securing a third-place finish with three victories and one defeat – sending shockwaves through the competition.
The last 16 draw has thrown up a number of intriguing pairings, but none more so than this tantalising tie between two nations steeped in football history. Can England's in-form squad continue their blistering form against Scotland's plucky underdogs?
Why this matters: The potential showdown between England and Scotland in the World Cup will be of great interest to UK fans, with the two teams set to meet in Mexico City on 6 July.
What this means for you: What this means for you: If England and Scotland do meet in the last 16, it will be the first time the two teams have faced each other in the World Cup since 1966.