Scotland are looking secure first points in 2024/25 UEFA Nations League as they host Portugal at Hampden Park on Tuesday.
With three out of three losses in the tournament so far, the team will look to draw inspiration from their previous encounter against Portugal. In the reverse fixture in September, the Scots showed resilience in defence before a late winner from Cristiano Ronaldo helped his team to a 2-1 victory.
Portugal, on the other hand, arrive with a perfect record in the current Nations League campaign. The Group A1 toppers are coming into this game with a 3-1 victory over Poland.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
Scotland vs. Portugal live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this UEFA Nations League match in Canada:
TV channel: —
Live stream: DAZN
This game is not available for live TV broadcast in Canada. Streaming options are available on DAZN.
What time does Scotland vs. Portugal kick off?
This UEFA Nations League clash takes place at Hampden Park, Glasgow, and kicks off on Tuesday, October 15, at 7:45 p.m. local time.
Here's how that time translates across Canada:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Atlantic Time | Tue, Oct. 15 | 3:45 p.m. |
| Eastern Time | Tue, Oct. 15 | 2:45 p.m. |
| Central Time | Tue, Oct. 15 | 1:45 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Tue, Oct. 15 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Tue, Oct. 15 | 11:45 a.m. |
Scotland vs. Portugal lineups, team news
Fortunately for Scotland, there are no new injury concerns. Earlier, Angus Gunn, Lawrence Shankland, Greg Taylor, and James Forrest all withdrew from the squad due to injuries.
Scotland will rely heavily on the likes of Scott McTominay and Ryan Christie to provide the attacking threat. McTominay, who recently moved to Napoli, has been in good form and will be crucial in midfield.
Scotland predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Gordon (GK) — Ralston, Souttar, Hanley, Robertson— McLean, Gilmour—Doak, McTominay, Christie— Adams
Injured: Gunn, Shankland, Taylor, Forrest
Suspended: None
For Portugal, only Sporting Lisbon’s center-back Goncalo Inacio is unavailable. He had to withdraw from the squad prior to the October internationals due to an injury.
Portugal's attack has been ruthless in the tournament. Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva have provided good support to Cristiano Ronaldo in attack, who has looked like his old self. Their defense has also been solid, making it difficult for opponents to break them down.
Portugal predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Costa (GK) — Dalot, Dias, Veiga, Mendes— Silva, R. Neves—Jota, Fernandes, Leao— Ronaldo
Injured: Inacio
Suspended: None
Scotland vs. Portugal prediction
Given the current form of both teams, Portugal is the clear favorite to win this match. Scotland’s defensive vulnerabilities and Portugal’s attacking dominance suggest that the visitors will come out on top.
- Prediction: Scotland 1-3 Portugal
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