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Vote for Scotland's Most Iconic National Team Goal

Choose Scotland men's national team's most iconic goal from 16 historic strikes in a knockout contest leading to the World Cup.

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Scotland's Most Iconic Goal - Have Your Say

There have been numerous defining moments in Scotland men's national football history, but only one goal can be crowned the greatest. We invite you to select the most iconic goal scored by the Scotland men's national team.

Over recent weeks, you have submitted your nominations, and we are now pleased to announce the 16 goals competing in this contest.

The format is a knockout competition leading up to the World Cup, beginning with the last 16, culminating in the selection of the most iconic goal just before the tournament commences.

Vote here for this week's matchup between Kenny Dalglish (goal three) and David Narey (goal five).

You can also watch every goal below.

Goal 1: Denis Law v England (1967)

The day Scotland stunned the world. Denis Law opened the scoring as Scotland defeated the newly crowned world champions England 3-2 at Wembley.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goal - Law v England

Goal 2: Joe Jordan v Czechoslovakia (1973)

Joe Jordan scored a famous headed winning goal that secured Scotland's qualification for the 1974 World Cup.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goal - Jordan v Czechoslovakia

Goal 3: Kenny Dalglish v Wales (1977)

In a match known as the Battle of Britain, Kenny Dalglish scored in the 87th minute to confirm Scotland's World Cup qualification.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals: Dalglish v Wales

Goal 4: Archie Gemmill v Netherlands (1978)

Archie Gemmill's remarkable solo effort put Scotland 3-1 ahead against the Netherlands at the 1978 World Cup.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - Gemmill v Netherlands

Goal 5: David Narey v Brazil (1982)

David Narey shocked the world by giving Scotland the lead against Brazil with a powerful shot.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - Narey v Brazil

Goal 6: Kenny Dalglish v Belgium (1982)

Kenny Dalglish showcased excellent footwork and a great turn to create another iconic Scotland moment against Belgium.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - Dalglish v Belgium

Goal 7: Kenny Dalglish v Spain (1984)

A left-footed strike into the top corner added another memorable goal to Kenny Dalglish's collection.

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Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - Dalglish v Spain

Goal 8: Ally McCoist v Switzerland (1996)

During Euro 96, Ally McCoist sealed victory for Scotland against Switzerland at Villa Park.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - McCoist v Switzerland

Goal 9: James McFadden v France (2007)

James McFadden's 30-yard strike stunned France at the Parc des Princes, securing a famous Scotland win.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - McFadden v France

Goal 10: Shaun Maloney v Republic of Ireland (2014)

Shaun Maloney completed a well-executed corner routine to clinch a Euro 2016 qualifying victory at Celtic Park.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - Maloney v Republic of Ireland

Goal 11: Leigh Griffiths 1st v England (2017)

Leigh Griffiths scored a remarkable free-kick past England's Joe Hart at Hampden.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - Griffiths (1st) v England

Goal 12: Leigh Griffiths 2nd v England (2017)

Not satisfied with one, Leigh Griffiths scored a second free-kick past Joe Hart to put Scotland ahead against England.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - Griffiths (2nd) v England

Goal 13: John McGinn v Israel (2021)

John McGinn scored a beautiful curling shot as Scotland edged out Israel at Hampden.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goal - McGinn v Israel

Goal 14: Scott McTominay v Denmark (2025)

With World Cup qualification at stake, Scott McTominay impressed the Hampden crowd with an overhead kick.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - McTominay v Denmark

Goal 15: Kieran Tierney v Denmark (2025)

Wild celebrations erupted at Hampden as Kieran Tierney scored to put Scotland ahead and close to World Cup qualification.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - Tierney v Denmark

Goal 16: Kenny McLean v Denmark (2025)

Holding a 3-2 lead with Denmark pressing for an equaliser, Kenny McLean attempted and succeeded with a remarkable shot from the halfway line to secure Scotland's World Cup place.

Scotland's Most Iconic Goals - McLean v Scotland

This article was sourced from bbc

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