Scotland’s hopes of reaching the World Cup Round of 32 have taken another major hit after two overnight results left Steve Clarke’s side with even less room for error.

The Tartan Army’s chances of qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams were dented after Ecuador stunned tournament favourites Germany with a shock 2-1 victory, while Sweden secured the point they needed in a 1-1 draw against Japan to book their place in the knockout stages.

Those results leave Scotland relying on several favourable outcomes elsewhere if they are to squeeze into the last 32 with three points and a goal difference of -3.

Here’s what Scotland fans should be watching over the coming fixtures:

Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia
Scotland need Cape Verde to suffer defeat. A draw would be enough to send Cape Verde above the Scots and end their World Cup dream.

Belgium vs New Zealand
Belgium require only a single point to move ahead of Scotland. The Red Devils will be favourites to get the result they need.

DR Congo vs Uzbekistan
A draw is enough for DR Congo to leapfrog Scotland, and with Uzbekistan already eliminated, they could even take all three points.

Algeria vs Austria
Algeria already sit above Scotland despite having played one game fewer. The Tartan Army will be hoping Austria can hand the Foxes a heavy defeat to keep qualification hopes alive.

Senegal vs Iraq
Senegal’s campaign has been underwhelming, but they would need to beat Iraq by more than six goals to overtake Scotland on goal difference.

While Scotland’s fate now depends on results elsewhere, attention will also turn to England’s final group-stage fixture. The Three Lions face Panama on Saturday night, with kick-off scheduled for 10pm UK time.

For Scotland supporters, it promises to be an anxious wait as hopes of extending their World Cup adventure continue to fade.