Scotland have ended their 28-year absence from the World Cup in dramatic circumstances thanks to a stunning stoppage-time victory over Denmark.Kieran Tierney’s stoppage-time deflected strike, as well as an effort from halfway by Kenny McLean helped snatch a 4-2 win at Hampden Park for Steve Clarke’s side.This may be the greatest night in the history of the Scotland national teamGetty The hosts had looked destined for the play-offs after twice surrendering a lead against the ten men of Denmark.However, Tierney came off the bench to fire into the back of the net from the edge of the box.Scotland headed into the match knowing they needed a win to leapfrog their opponents and qualify for the finals.Meanwhile, a point would be enough for Denmark after their draw with Belarus on Saturday.Scott McTominay gave the home side the perfect start with a stunning overhead kick just three minutes into the match.They were able to hold onto that lead until half time despite mounting pressure on Craig Gordon’s goal.Denmark would have the ball in the back of the net, only for Rasmus Hojlund’s goal to be ruled out for a push on Aaron Hickey.The former Manchester United forward would grab an equaliser from the penalty spot shortly after the restart, though.Andy Robertson was penalised for a foul on Gustav Isaksen following a VAR review.The Scotland captain was adjudged to have brought Isaksen down inside the penalty area once referee Szymon Marciniak had attended the pitch-side monitor.GettyMcTominay gave Scotland an early lead with a stunning overhead kick[/caption]GettyHojlund equalised from the penalty spot before a dramatic conclusion at Hampden Park[/caption]Hojlund’s effort left Scotland once again needing a goal to advance directly to next summer’s World Cup.Clarke turned to his bench in search of an equaliser, with Lawrence Shankland amongst those thrown on to bolster the attack.Scotland’s hopes were further boosted as Rasmus Kristensen was shown a second yellow card for a trip on John McGinn.Shankland then appeared to have grabbed the all-important goal with less than a quarter of an hour remaining.The Hearts frontman prodded home Lewis Ferguson’s corner to restore his country’s lead.Their lead would last just three minutes, though, as Dorgu fired a low effort into the bottom corner from the edge of the box.GettyTierney’s stoppage time strike secured a first World Cup appearance since 1998[/caption]All roads lead to the USA, Canada and MexicoIt appeared to be the final blow for Scotland as they were pegged back for a second time.Hampden Park would erupt once again, though, as Tierney grabbed only his second senior international goal.However, the incredible scenes were not done there as McLean lobbed Schmeichel from the halfway line with the last kick of the game.Scotland will now head to their first World Cup finals for 28 years with a ninth appearance overall.Meanwhile, Denmark head into Thursday’s play-off draw to discover their fate.