Switzerland vs Scotland prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, November 16, 2026
On November 16, 2026, Switzerland and Scotland meet in the sixth round of UEFA Nations League B. The visitors need to beat the group leaders if they are to keep their hopes of finishing second alive.
Switzerland vs Scotland: team news and expert analysis
Switzerland reached the World Cup quarter-finals in the summer, where they were beaten only in extra time by defending champions Argentina. They have won every match this autumn, too, making the battle for top spot little more than a formality by November.
Scotland finally made it to the World Cup and even opened their campaign with a win over Haiti. But they then lost to both Morocco and Brazil, after which Steve Clarke stepped down as manager. Poconoli replaced him but has yet to impress: despite a goalless draw in Slovenia and a 2-0 win in North Macedonia, Scotland lost both of their home matches.
Murat Yakin's side faced Slovenia in the previous round. They pragmatically settled for a goalless draw, which nevertheless sealed first place for good. The Scots hosted North Macedonia and came away with a 2-1 win.
Previous matches: Switzerland vs Scotland
Switzerland have won half of their last six matches and lost just once.
The hosts have more going for them. We’re backing them to win again (odds: 1.73).
Switzerland vs Scotland: key stats and trends
- Switzerland have won seven of their last ten matches
- Switzerland average 2 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match
- Both teams have scored in 40% of Switzerland’s matches, with an average total of 2.6 goals per game
- Scotland have lost four of their last six matches
- Scotland average 1.4 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match
- Both teams have scored in 30% of Scotland’s matches, with an average total of 2.5 goals per game
Switzerland vs Scotland: probable starting line-ups
Switzerland are expected to line up in a 1-4-3-3 formation: Kobel — Akanji, Elvedi, Bric, Atekame — Zakaria, Freuler, Aebischer — Embolo, Ndoye, Rieder
Scotland are expected to line up in a 1-3-4-1-2 formation: Gunn — Tierney, Graham, Porteous — Robertson, Gilmour, Ferguson, Gannon-Doak — McGinn — Adams, McTominay
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