The Euro Qualifiers are going on, and Scotland will take on Spain tonight at Hampden park. Both teams have won their first game in their respective games. Moreover, the two teams scored three goals without conceding a single goal. As a result, the team that wins tonight’s match will be the group’s top team.
Scotland started their qualifier campaign with a match against Cyprus in Glasgow on Saturday, where they defeated Cyprus by a 3-0 margin. Aston Villa’s midfielder John McGinn scored the first in this match, while Man United’s Scott McTominay scored a late brace after coming off the bench for Scotland.
On the other hand, Spain are in the process of rebuilding under the new manager, Luis de la Fuente. Like Scotland, Spain also secured a victory with a margin of 3-0.
Team News
Scottish star Che Adams got a knock during the match against Cyprus and was forced to pull off before the half-hour mark. He is likely to miss tonight’s game due to an injury. The rest are ready to play tonight. However, Scott McTominay was not in the starting XI against Cyprus, but his late brace made him a strong candidate for playing in the starting XI.
As for Spain, Barca midfielder Gavi was subbed off during half-time and will likely miss tonight’s game. Iago Aspas is also unavailable due to an injury.
The Possible Lineup for Scotland:
Gunn; Hanley, Porteous, Tierney; Hickey, McGregor, McTominay, Robertson; McGinn, Christie; Dykes
The Possible Lineup for Spain:
Arrizabalaga; Porro, Fernandez, Laporte, Gaya; Merino, Rodri, Ceballos; Williams, Morata, Gavi
Steve Clarke’s Thoughts
Scotland’s manager Steve Clarke had a press conference ahead of tonight’s game. He said, “Cyprus were a different proposition. We had more attacking opportunities than maybe we will get tomorrow[Tonight], but when we get attacking opportunities against Spain we have to capitalize on them.”
Steve Clarke also talked about Spain. “They have changed quite a lot of players from the World Cup but all the players are still quality players, they understand the system and how they want to play. They are a possession-based side with players who can hurt you in the final third. We will have to be organized and structured,” said the manager.
Prediction: Scotland 1-2 Spain
Scotland have been doing great in recent time. But Spain have more squad depth in their team. Some young players of Spain are also doing great in European club football. So, Spain have more chance to win tonight against Scotland.
Betfair Odds
Spain: 1.61
Draw: 3.70
Scotland: 5.50
