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The Brazil national team is set to face Scotland in the 2026 World Cup and a historic football ball is on display in the US. The ball, which dates back to the 16th century, is considered the oldest in the world and was loaned by a Scottish museum.
What is this historic ball?
The oldest football ball in the world was found in Stirling Castle during restoration work carried out in the 1970s. It was dated to the period of James 5th of Scotland and the young Mary Stuart, Queen of Scotland in the 16th century.
Why is this ball important to Brazil?
The ball will be on display at the Coral Gables Museum in Florida until Saturday (27/06) and will also be exhibited during the match between Brazil and Scotland on Wednesday (24/06). The curator of the Stirling Smith, Aiofe McKenna, said she was excited about the ball's trip to Miami.
What is the story behind this ball?
The ball is made of thick leather pieces that surround a pig's bladder. Historical records show that an ancient version of football was already popular in Scotland since the 15th century.
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | Brazil x Tunisia | 1-1 |
The Brazil national team comes from a sequence of 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in the last 4 games. The match against Scotland will be an important challenge for the Brazilian team.
