Scotland v Holland WC ’78

Having performed poorly in their two previous games, the Scots suddenly found their passion, drive and quality against an excellent Holland side. Lady luck shined on Scotland too, as Dutch playmaker Johan Neeskens suffered an early rib injury in a challenge with Archie Gemmill and was withdrawn after just 10 minutes. But it was Holland who took the lead on 34 minutes when Scotland defender Stuart Kennedy and keeper Alan Rough conspired to bring down Johnny Rep in the penalty box.