John McGinn was the hero as Scotland claimed a nervy 1-0 victory over Haiti in their first men's World Cup finals appearance since 1998, sending the Tartan Army wild in Boston and at home. The Scots, under Steve Clarke, were under the cosh for much of the second half but held on to top Group C after matchday one. The win prompted celebrations across the country and in the US, where many fans had gathered to witness the historic moment. Meanwhile, BBC Sport announced it is making it easier for Scotland supporters to follow the national team's progress through the tournament. Having heard feedback from fans, the broadcaster has been working behind the scenes to ensure that Scottish news is front and centre during the campaign. On the website, those signed in with a Scottish postcode will see additional Scottish stories on the front page while the team are at the World Cup. In the app, users can select Scottish football news to appear at the very top of the page with just a few taps. The changes mean that Scotland fans will not miss a thing as Clarke's side aim to build on their winning start. Everything you need to know about the World Cup is available through the BBC Sport platform. Clarke, meanwhile, issued a new prediction after the gritty victory, though the details of his forecast were not immediately available in the aftermath.
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Scotland win first World Cup match since 1998 as John McGinn strike sinks Haiti
Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 in their first World Cup since 1998, topping Group C.
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