Robertson dedicates World Cup qualification to Jota after Scottish victory

Robertson Dedicates World Cup Qualification to Jota

Scotland captain Andrew Robertson revealed that the pre-match build-up to the crucial World Cup qualifier against Denmark was filled with mixed emotions, especially when remembering his former Liverpool teammate, Diogo Jota. The 4-2 victory over Denmark in Glasgow secured Scotland’s place in the 2026 World Cup, marking their first appearance since 1998. Goals from Scott McTominay, Lawrence Shankland, Kieran Tierney, and Kenny McLean sealed a dramatic victory.

I think I’ve hidden it well, but I’ve been wrecked.

Andrew Robertson

Robertson, 31, admitted that the euphoria of the qualification was mixed with sadness due to his close friendship with Jota, Portugal’s forward, who died in a car accident in July.

The Liverpool defender, who has achieved great successes since his arrival in 2017, including Premier League and Champions League titles, described the victory against Denmark as one of “the greatest nights of my life”.

Honestly, this group of lads and staff, is the best group I’ve been involved with and the manager [Steve Clarke]’s speech before the match was incredible.

Andrew Robertson

Robertson also highlighted the emotional atmosphere in the locker room before the match, and the importance of achieving qualification for everyone. “We just keep going until the end. It was one of the craziest football matches and we certainly gave the country a hard time, but I’m sure it was worth it because we’re going to the World Cup and I can’t believe it.”