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Scotland marked their return to the FIFA World Cup with a fairytale triumph, ending a 36-year wait for a victory on football's biggest stage. The Scots celebrated a winning comeback after defeating Haiti 1-0 in their opening Group C match early Sunday (Bangladesh time).

Scotland's last World Cup victory came in 1990 against Sweden. Although they also featured in the 1998 tournament, they failed to register another win. Returning to the global stage after 28 years, Steve Clarke's men finally put an end to that long-standing drought on North American soil.

Playing at Foxborough Stadium in Massachusetts, United States, Scotland dominated proceedings from the outset. They repeatedly troubled Haiti's defence with a series of attacking moves but struggled to find the breakthrough.

The decisive moment arrived in the 28th minute when Scottish captain John McGinn emerged as the hero. A cross from the right flank created confusion inside Haiti's penalty area, and McGinn capitalised on the opportunity by firing a powerful shot into the back of the net, sparking jubilant celebrations among the Scotland supporters in the stands.

Haiti attempted to mount a comeback after conceding, particularly in the second half, when they launched several quick counterattacks that put the Scottish defence under pressure. However, Scotland's goalkeeper and defenders stood firm to deny every effort from their opponents.

Holding on to their slender advantage, Scotland secured all three points and made an impressive start to their World Cup campaign.

The victory lifted the Scots to the top of Group C. With Brazil and Morocco playing out a 1-1 draw in the group's other match, Scotland now sit alone at the summit of the standings with three points.

For Scotland, their World Cup return could hardly have begun in more dreamlike fashion.