Scotland will aim for their first win in the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League as they host second-placed Croatia on Friday.
The Scots come into this match following a gritty goalless draw against group leaders Portugal, after a 2-1 defeat to Croatia in the reverse fixture.
Meanwhile, Croatia rallied from two goals down to secure a 3-3 draw with Poland in their last Nations League game, extending their unbeaten streak to three matches.
MORE: FIFA match calendar, key dates for World Cup qualifiers, Nations League in 2024/25
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. Croatia live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this UEFA Nations League match in UK:
TV channel: —
Live stream: YouTube
This game is unfortunately not available for live TV broadcast in UK. Meanwhile, the Scottish FA has announced that the games will once again be available to watch for free on YouTube.
If this match is not available to watch live in your location or if you’re traveling abroad, you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs offer a secure and private online connection, allowing you to bypass geographical restrictions to access your favourite streaming services from any device anywhere in the world.
WATCH FROM ANYWHERE: Sign up for NordVPN (30-day moneyback guarantee)
What time does Scotland vs. Croatia kick off in UK?
This UEFA Nations League clash takes place at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland and kicks off on Friday, November 15 at 7:45 p.m. local time.
Scotland vs. Croatia lineups, team news
Steve Clarke is without Angus Gunn and James Forrest due to injuries, both of whom are usually key members of his squad. John McGinn and Stuart Armstrong are back in contention to boost Clarke’s options in the middle of the park, although both are on the bench.
Liverpool youngster Ben Doak — who has been impressing on loan at Middlesbrough of late — is granted a start, with the forward-thinking duo Che Adams and Lewis Morgan unavailable for this international break.
Scotland starting XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Gordon (GK) — Ralston, Souttar, Hanley, Robertson — Gilmour, McLean — Doak, McTominay, Christie — Conway
Injured: Adams, Gunn, Forrest
Suspended: None
Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic misses this game through suspension after being sent off against Poland in his nation’s previous match. The uber-experienced midfield pair of Luka Modric and Mateo Kovacic both start.
Fiorentina’s Marin Pongracic is sidelined due to a hip injury, but Ajax star Josip Sutalo has been passed fit to be involved. Former Southampton man Duje Caleta-Car joins him in central defence.
Croatia starting lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left): Kotarski (GK) — Jakic, Sutalo, Caleta-Car, Gvardiol — Modric, Kovacic — L. Sucic, P. Sucic, Baturina — Kramaric
Injured: Petkovic, Majer
Suspended: Livakovic
Scotland vs. Croatia Prediction
Croatia have won the last two meetings between them and Scotland, which gives them a slight edge coming into this match.
Scotland have shown they can make things uncomfortable for top sides. However, it will be difficult for them to overcome a well-oiled Croatian machine. The away side should get all three points, although the hosts won’t make it easy for them.
- Prediction: Scotland 1-2 Croatia