READ MORE <\/strong> South Africa boss discusses ‘match-fixing’ in Ireland vs Scotland at World Cup[LATEST] <\/strong><\/p>\n Victory alone against Ireland is not enough for Scotland to finish above their rivals. They must also deny the Irish a bonus point to finish second on the head-to-head rule with South Africa topping the pool.<\/p>\n Ireland will guarantee top spot in Pool B if they secure two points from their match against Scotland.<\/p>\n If Ireland get a bonus point and Scotland do not, Ireland will top the pool on the head-to-head rule from South Africa, knocking out Scotland in the process.<\/p>\n We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n DON’T MISS <\/strong> Scotland must win by 21 points or more to claim top spot ahead of South Africa, with the current point differences showing as South Africa +117, Ireland +122 and Scotland +97.<\/p>\n Ireland would then qualify as runners-up on the head-to-head rule, having beaten South Africa, sending the Springboks home from the tournament.<\/p>\n If Scotland win and both teams get a bonus point, then they join South Africa on 15 points and points difference will be used to determine top spot in Pool B.<\/p>\n If Scotland win but by a lower margin, then South Africa will finish top on points difference and Scotland snatch second on the head-to-head rule.<\/p>\n South Africa would qualify in first ahead of Scotland if the Tartans secure a bonus-point win without Ireland getting anything from the game. The Springboks would finish top due to the head-to-head rule.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/69\/590x\/secondary\/4996612.jpg?r=1696576925720\")
<\/p>\nFor Scotland to qualify<\/h2>\n
For Ireland to qualify<\/h2>\n
For Ireland and South Africa to qualify<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nFor Scotland and Ireland to qualify<\/h2>\n
For South Africa and Scotland to qualify<\/h2>\n