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Portugal vs Scotland Prediction 08.09.2024 | Nations League

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  • Competition: UEFA Nations League - Group A1
  • Date: Sunday, 8th, September 2024
  • Kickoff: 19:45 UK / 20.45 CEST
  • Venue: Estadio da Luz (Lisbon)

Motivated Portugal will aim to cap off their September schedule on a high note as they welcome out-of-form Scotland to the Estadio da Luz in Lisbon on Sunday evening.

The Portuguese could not have kicked off their new UEFA Nations League campaign in a better way, as they polished off a 2-1 victory against the stubborn Croatia on the first day of Group A1, with the highlight of the match being national icon Cristiano Ronaldo reaching his 900th career goal. As the 39-year-old CR7 shows no signs of retiring or hanging up his boots, Os Navegadores will look to build on their opening success and make a strong statement in their quest for a second UNL title, having become the first winners of UEFA’s youngest international tournament five years ago.

After spending two consecutive editions of this tournament in League B, the Scottish national team managed to seal their promotion to the top division of the UEFA Nations League for the first time as group winners in 2022. Unfortunately, Steve Clarke’s team will not remember their first League A appearance fondly as, despite coming back from a two-goal deficit at halftime to equalize, they suffered a last-gasp 2-3 defeat to Poland in the middle of Glasgow.

Portugal vs Scotland Betting Tips: OVER 2.5

Naturally, the Portuguese stand as clear favorites to make it two wins from two in the UEFA Nations League, and we remain firmly convinced they will march to a convincing victory against a battling Scotland in what promises to be a high-scoring affair. Robert Martinez’s men have been unstoppable at home, having won 12 of their last 13 matches of any format on their own turf, so their strong home form promises a brilliant finish to their September fixtures. 

What’s even more remarkable is that Cristiano Ronaldo and co. have scored an astonishing 51 goals in their 13 home matches - averaging almost four goals per game - and they appear ready to make life difficult for their upcoming opponents once again with their brilliant attacking prowess. Facing off against the attacking-minded Portuguese comes at the worst possible time for Scotland, which has endured a very rough patch over the last 12 months, as their 2-0 victory over Gibraltar in early June remains their only win in the last 13 matches across all competitions, including friendlies. 

On top of that, the Tartan Army has been abysmal away lately, recording only one draw and enduring four losses in their last five away fixtures, and a comeback to winning form appears to be a distant dream as Portugal has handed them defeat in each of their five meetings in Lisbon. In the end, we believe that CR7 and co will establish their attacking rhythm from the start and inflict significant damage on the Scottish side, which has been porous at the back during their away games, conceding four or more goals in three of their last four matches.

Portugal vs Scotland Head to Head (H2H) stats

  1. Scotland

    1 : 3

    Portugal

    Friendly International

Portugal

Portugal team news

At the start of the second half against Croatia, coach Roberto Martinez replaced Rafael Leao and Pedro Neto, who were supporting Cristiano Ronaldo in attack, so it wouldn’t be surprising if the latter is replaced by Diogo Jota in Sunday’s contest

Unfortunately, PSG midfielder Vitinha sustained an ankle injury late in Thursday's match, making him likely to miss the Scotland clash, with his Parisian teammate Joao Neves expected to step in for him in midfield.

Last matches of Portugal

  1. Portugal

    2 : 1

    Croatia

    UEFA Nations League

  2. Portugal

    3 : 5

    France

    European Championship

  3. Portugal

    3 : 0

    Slovenia

    European Championship

  4. Georgia

    2 : 0

    Portugal

    European Championship

  5. Turkey

    0 : 3

    Portugal

    European Championship

Portugal lineup

Goalkeeper

  • 1

    Diogo Costa

Defenders

  • 19

    Nuno Mendes

  • 14

    Goncalo Inacio

  • 3

    Ruben Dias

  • 5

    Diogo Dalot

Midfielders

  • 15

    Joao Neves

  • 8

    Bruno Fernandes

  • 10

    Bernardo Silva

Forwards

  • 17

    Rafael Leao

  • 7

    Cristiano Ronaldo

  • 21

    Diogo Jota

Scotland

Scotland team news

Despite suffering a heartbreaking defeat in their UEFA Nations League opener, Scotland is expected to make minimal changes to their lineup for Sunday’s tough away fixture, though Lawrence Shankland might be an option to replace Lyndon Dykes in attack.

Napoli's summer signings Billy Gilmour and Scott McTominay were on the scoresheet against Poland, so their place in midfield should remain intact, while Middlesbrough's talented winger Ben Doak is pushing for a start.

Last matches of Scotland

  1. Scotland

    2 : 3

    Poland

    UEFA Nations League

  2. Scotland

    0 : 1

    Hungary

    European Championship

  3. Scotland

    1 : 1

    Switzerland

    European Championship

  4. Germany

    5 : 1

    Scotland

    European Championship

  5. Scotland

    2 : 2

    Finland

    Friendly International

Scotland lineup

Goalkeeper

  • 1

    Angus Gunn

Defenders

  • 3

    Andrew Robertson

  • 4

    Scott McKenna

  • 5

    Grant Hanley

  • 2

    Anthony Ralston

Midfielders

  • 8

    Billy Gilmour

  • 6

    Ryan Christie

  • 50

    Ben Doak

  • 23

    Scott McTominay

  • 28

    John McGinn

Forwards

  • 9

    Lawrence Shankland

4 Reasons why we expect Over 2.5

  1. Portugal have scored 3 or more goals in seven of their last 10 matches played in Lisbon.
  2. Ten of Portugal's last 11 home matches have seen at least three goals.
  3. Scotland have conceded four or more goals in three of their last four away games.
  4. Portugal defeated Scotland 3-1 the last time these two teams met in 2018.

Main prediction Portugal - Scotland

Over 2.5 goals

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Portugal & Scotland current standing in UEFA Nations League

Group 1 P W D L
G - A
GD Pts
1 Portugal 2 2 0 0 4 - 2 +2 6
2 Poland 2 1 0 1 3 - 3 0 3
3 Croatia 2 1 0 1 2 - 2 0 3
4 Scotland 2 0 0 2 3 - 5 -2 0

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? Who is Portugal's player to watch?

Cristiano Ronaldo reached his incredible 900th career goal while being one of the two scorers in Portugal's 2-1 victory over Croatia.

? Who is Scotland's player to watch?

Scott McTominay has scored two goals in his last three international matches and is expected to be one of the major threats.