Scotland vs Poland prediction and betting tips on September 5, 2024
UEFA Nations League A
Game Prediction
On September 5, 2024, in the first round of the UEFA Nations League, Scotland and Poland will face off. Both teams are eager to bounce back from their disappointing Euro campaigns and aim to start their redemption in this head-to-head clash.
Scotland vs Poland: Key Statistics and Trends
- Scotland has alternated between draws and losses in their last four matches.
- Poland earned just one point at the Euro this summer.
- Poland has conceded in each of their last five matches.
- Scotland wins the first half in 7% of their matches, while Poland wins it in 46% of theirs.
Free prediction today for the match: Scotland vs Poland
The "Tartan Army" has shown improvement in recent years. They qualified for Euro 2020 via the Nations League path, marking their first major tournament appearance this century. After that, they came close to qualifying for the World Cup and won their Nations League group, earning promotion to Division A. Meanwhile, the "Kadra" has avoided major failures but has been underwhelming in tournaments they do reach.
This summer's Euro was a low point for Lewandowski and company, as they lost their first two matches and were eliminated before the knockout stage. A 1-1 draw with France was merely a consolation. The Scots also disappointed after confidently qualifying last year. In Germany, they were thrashed 1-5 by the hosts, followed by a draw with Switzerland and a heartbreaking last-minute loss to Hungary.
Both Steve Clarke and Probierz retained their positions as head coaches. Clarke did not call up Tierney, Gordon, Hendry, or the retired McGregor. On the Polish side, Szczęsny had announced his retirement before the Euro, and Grosicki followed suit.
Scotland vs Poland: Possible Starting Lineups
Scotland (possible lineup): Gunn – McKenna, Hanley, Taylor – Robertson, McTominay, Christie, Gilmour, Ralston – McGinn, Adams
Poland (possible lineup): Skorupski – Zalewski, Kiwior, Dawidowicz, Bednarek, Frankowski – Zieliński, Moder, Szymański – Lewandowski, Urbański
Head to Head matches: Scotland vs Poland
Four of the last five encounters between these teams, including the last three, have ended in high-scoring draws.
Free prediction today for the match: Scotland vs Poland
The Scots are particularly strong at home. Given Poland’s current form, Scotland should be able to secure a win, especially with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.7).