John McGinn wrote his name into Scottish football history by netting the nation's first World Cup goal in 28 years, steering Scotland to a winning Group C opener against Haiti.

The goal ended a long international drought for the Scots, who had not found the net at a World Cup since the 1998 tournament in France — a moment that will live long in the memory of every Scotland supporter.

The victory handed Scotland the perfect launch to their campaign as they look to make a statement on their return to football's greatest stage after nearly three decades of absence.

McGinn's effort proved the difference between the two sides, with Scotland's clinical finishing and disciplined defensive shape frustrating Haiti throughout the contest.

For Scottish fans who have waited a generation for this moment, the final whistle brought scenes of unbridled joy — a reward for years of near-misses and painful qualifying campaigns that kept the nation away from the World Cup for so long.

Scotland will now look to build on this opening result as Group C takes shape, while Haiti must regroup and find a way to bounce back from the defeat.