Scotland Rugby World Cup Team Squad, Player List
The Rugby World Cup is the ultimate stage for rugby players from all around the world. Teams compete to show their skills and determination to become world champions. Scotland is one of the teams that will be competing in the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France. Here is a look at Scotland’s Rugby World Cup team squad, schedule, past performances, odds of winning the tournament, and their team jersey and kit.
Scotland Rugby World Cup Team Squad, Player List
The Scotland Rugby World Cup 2023 team squad is yet to be announced, but it will consist of some of the best rugby players in Scotland. The coach, Gregor Townsend, will have a tough decision to make in selecting the final team for the tournament. Players like Stuart Hogg, Finn Russell, and Hamish Watson are expected to be in the squad.
Scotland Rugby World Cup 2023 Schedule
Scotland will play in Pool A in the Rugby World Cup 2023 along with the hosts, France, as well as Japan, Argentina, and a yet-to-be-determined team from the Americas. Scotland’s schedule for the tournament is as follows:
- Scotland vs. Argentina – Saturday, September 9, 2023, in Toulouse
- Scotland vs. Japan – Saturday, September 16, 2023, in Nantes
- Scotland vs. Americas 2 – Sunday, October 1, 2023, in Lille
- Scotland vs. France – Saturday, October 7, 2023, in Paris
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Scotland Rugby World Cup Past Performances
Scotland has participated in every Rugby World Cup since its inception in 1987. Scotland’s best performance in the tournament came in 1991 when they finished third. They also reached the quarter-finals in 1987, 1995, and 2015. However, in the last Rugby World Cup in 2019, Scotland failed to qualify for the knockout stages, finishing third in their pool behind Japan and Ireland.
What are the Odds of Scotland Winning the Rugby World Cup 2023?
Scotland has never won the Rugby World Cup, and they are considered an underdog to win the tournament in 2023. The current odds for Scotland winning the tournament are around 20/1. However, rugby is a game of surprises, and Scotland has the potential to cause some upsets in the tournament.
RWC 2023: Scotland Team Jersey & Kit
Scotland will wear their traditional blue jersey for the Rugby World Cup 2023. The jersey is manufactured by Macron and features a tartan pattern on the collar and sleeves. The kit also includes navy shorts and blue socks.
Conclusion
Scotland will be hoping to improve their past performances in the Rugby World Cup and compete with the best teams in the world. With a talented squad and a tough schedule, Scotland will need to be at their best to progress in the tournament. The odds may not be in their favor, but with hard work and determination, Scotland can cause some surprises in the Rugby World Cup 2023.
