Scotland made their World Cup debut in a tough group in which Uruguay (the title holders) and Austria were seeded. Both qualified and Uruguay were placed ahead of Austria by the drawing of lots after they finished with four points.
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Uruguay
Czechoslovakia
Two late goals by Miguez and Schiaffino gave the world champions a win in their opening fixture.
Austria
Scotland
The Scots, playing with typical, robust enthusiasm were narrowly beaten by the skillful Austrian team whose fast, close-passing game was frequently disrupted by the fierce tackling of their opponents.
(Andre Silva)
Uruguay
Scotland
After their good showing against Austria, Scotland fell apart against the highly accomplished South Americans and they could have conceded more. One commentator compared the result to that of Flodden Field.
(Dick Waite)
Austria
Czechoslovakia
Austria again showed their class with a comprehensive win over their neighbour. Probst scored a hat-trick.
(Richard Ralph, Andre Silva)