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Scotland vs Croatia Prediction & Betting Tips - UEFA Nations League
by Kennedy Kechula in UEFA Nations League Predictions
Four weeks after facing off in Zagreb, fourth-place Scotland and second-placed Croatia will be going head-to-head again. They will square off in Group A1 on Friday for penultimate group stage game in the UEFA Nations League. This time the match will be staged in Scotland at Hampden Park in Glasgow and below we have a preview and the predictions for a possible outcome.
In their plans for this game, Scotland will not only be going for three points and their first win, but also seeking revenge. In the first meeting between the two nations in this group, Croatia came from a goal down to win 2-1. Croatia, on their part, have registered two straight wins against Scotland and will be looking to extend the same.
The permutations in this group are such that Croatia will advance to the quarters with a win, while Scotland will be relegated if they lose and third placed Poland avoid defeat. Similarly, if Scotland draw and Poland win, the Scots will drop to League B.
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The Best Betting Odds for Scotland v Croatia Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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3.5 | 3.3 | 2.15 |
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3.4 | 3.3 | 2.15 |
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16 | 4.81 | 1.16 |
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16 | 4.81 | 1.16 |
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3.45 | 3.3 | 2.2 |
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3.5 | 3.45 | 2.16 |
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3.4 | 3.44 | 2.13 |
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3.5 | 3.45 | 2.16 |
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3.3 | 3.3 | 2.15 |
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3.45 | 3.45 | 2.17 |
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3.4 | 3.25 | 2.15 |
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3.4 | 3.45 | 2.14 |
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3.3 | 3.25 | 2.15 |
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3.5 | 3.36 | 2.22 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Scotland and Croatia?
Our prediction for the Scotland vs Croatia match is: Croatia to win.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 15/11/2024 between Scotland and Croatia in UEFA Nations League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 11.82% for a win of Scotland against Croatia with odds of 16 at 1xbet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Scotland vs Croatia is 32.72% with odds of 4.81 at 1xbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 55.46% chance ⭐ for a win of Croatia vs Scotland with odds of 2.22 at Vbet.
Scotland - Croatia Prediction and Best Odds:
| Scotland Croatia Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Croatia wins | 55.46% | 2.22 at Vbet |
| Over 2.5 goals | 62.9% | 2.05 at Betobet |
| Both Team To Score | 66.67% | 1.8 at Ladbrokes |
| Half-time: Draw / Full-time: Croatia | 30.67% | 5.5 at Bet365 |
Scotland vs Croatia Form
Scotland and Croatia's standings in the UEFA Nations League
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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2
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8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
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3
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7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -1 |
Scotland and Croatia Last Matches
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
12 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
8 Sep 2024 - UEFA Nations League
5 Sep 2024 - UEFA Nations League
23 Jun 2024 - Euro
19 Jun 2024 - Euro
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
5 Sep 2024 - UEFA Nations League
23 Jun 2024 - Euro
19 Jun 2024 - Euro
7 Jun 2024 - International Friendlies
26 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
12 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
8 Sep 2024 - UEFA Nations League
14 Jun 2024 - Euro
3 Jun 2024 - International Friendlies
22 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
16 Nov 2023 - Euro
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
12 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
8 Sep 2024 - UEFA Nations League
5 Sep 2024 - UEFA Nations League
24 Jun 2024 - Euro
19 Jun 2024 - Euro
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
12 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
8 Sep 2024 - UEFA Nations League
24 Jun 2024 - Euro
19 Jun 2024 - Euro
3 Jun 2024 - International Friendlies
21 Nov 2023 - Euro
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
5 Sep 2024 - UEFA Nations League
15 Jun 2024 - Euro
8 Jun 2024 - International Friendlies
26 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
23 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
Scotland vs Croatia Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
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0 %
100 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
12 Oct 2024 - UEFA Nations League
22 Jun 2021 - Euro
Scotland - Croatia: Form Analysis
Scotland are set for a make-or-break moment at the call of the fifth round of matches in the UEFA Nations League. Facing Croatia, Scotland must win, as they risk immediate relegation back to League B.
Playing in League A has been tough for the Scots, who are yet to win a game this season. Three losses and a draw leave them bottom of Group A1. Chances that they can finally bag three points remain slim even as they play at home.
In their last 16 matches, Scotland have just one win. Among the 10 losses in that period was a 2-1 reverse in Croatia. Their most recent outing ended 0-0 at home to Portugal.
In 11 away Nations League matches, Croatia suffered six defeats.
Croatia’s recent form is highlighted by a dismal performance at Euro 2024. They have, however, recovered well from that and come into this game placed second in the group with seven points.
Zlatko Dalic’s men trail leaders Portugal by three points and look likely to book a quarter-final berth here. In the matches after their opening loss to Portugal, Croatia did well but will be concerned at the manner in which they dropped points last time out.
After coming from behind, Croatia allowed a 3-1 lead away to Poland slip, and in the end, they drew 3-3. That worsened their away form in the Nations League, having won only four of 11 matches.
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Scotland against Croatia Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Scotland & Croatia Squad Analysis
There will be a lot of hopes placed on Scott McTominay’s shoulders in this game. The Napoli midfielder remains one of their in-form players coming into this game. He has scored three times in the last six matches for Scotland.
McTominay has also had a strong start in the Serie A and scored the opener in Napoli’s 1-1 draw with Inter Milan last weekend. Another player based in Italy, Che Adams will miss this, occasioned by a thigh injury.
Kieran Tierney is out too, his being a long-term injury. There’s, however, good news in the return of John McGinn, Stuart Armstrong and Jack Hendry.
Croatia only lost once in 28 matches when Andrej Kramaric scored.
Croatia’s Andrej Kramaric will be the key man for the visitors. The Hoffenheim forward has been a shining light in the team’s struggles, with five goals in nine league outings. He was also crucial in the first meeting between these two sides, scoring the winner in Zagreb.
He has 29 senior team goals for Croatia and has only lost once with Croatia when he scored. Meanwhile, Croatia will be without goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic for this game as he is suspended. The Fenerbahce man was sent off in the draw with Poland.
Nediljko Labrovic will be the man stepping up between the sticks. Also missing this game will be Lovro Majer and Bruno Petkovic, both out with injuries.
Most goals and assists
Scotland
Croatia
J. McGinn
(2 Goals)
,
S. Mctominay
(2 Goals)
L. Modric
(1 Goals)
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A. Kramaric
(1 Goals)
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I. Matanovic
(1 Goals)
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B. Sosa
(1 Goals)
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M. Baturina
(1 Goals)
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P. Sucic
(1 Goals)
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J. Gvardiol
(1 Goals)
T. Ralston
(1 Assists)
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K. McLean
(1 Assists)
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B. Doak
(1 Assists)
M. Baturina
(1 Assists)
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P. Sucic
(1 Assists)
,
K. Jakic
(1 Assists)
Scotland - Croatia Key Points
- Scotland are winless in their last eight matches.
- Scotland lost their last two matches against Croatia.
- Croatia have four wins in six away Nations League matches.
- In their last three Nations League matches, Croatia are unbeaten.
- In the Nations League, Scotland lost three of the last four matches.
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Our Scotland vs Croatia Prediction
Scotland aren’t coming into this game with the strongest of runs, yet they face one of the best teams in Europe. Croatia are ranked 12th while Scotland are 51st which tells of the gulf between the two nations. To back it up, Croatia posted straight wins in the last two meetings between the nations.
The visitors come into the game with the better results and are favorites to continue with their solid run. Our prediction for Scotland v Croatia is for Croatia to win.
Scotland vs Croatia - Other Interesting Predictions
Scott McTominay to score any time
While Scotland have had a weak streak in the run up to this match, we will not rule out a goal from them. If we were to pick a probable scorer, it has to be Scott McTominay. The midfielder has been in good form for club and country and he is a likely scorer here.
In Scotland’s last six matches, the Napoli man netted three times. He also scored recently, in the draw with Inter Milan in Serie A. Our second prediction will thus be for McTominay to score.
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Scotland vs Croatia match : Frequently asked questions
Scotland will host Croatia on Friday, 15th November.
The Scotland v Croatia game will be hosted by Scotland at Hampden Park in Glasgow.
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