UEFA Nations League 2026/27 · League B · Group 1 · Matchday 2

Scotland vs Switzerland Prediction, Team News & Super Sub Tips

Tue, 29 Sept 2026 · 19:45 UK · 20:45 CET/CEST · Hampden Park, Glasgow

Sébastien Pocognoli takes charge of Scotland at Hampden for the first time. Scotland drew 0-0 in Slovenia despite the better chances; Switzerland beat North Macedonia 3-0 and lead League B Group 1. Switzerland are without the suspended Breel Embolo, and Scotland are missing Scott McTominay, Che Adams, Lawrence Shankland, Kenny McLean and Kieran Tierney.

Last reviewed 29 Sept 2026 · Team news and odds change — check again close to kick-off.

Kick-off and where to watch

Official schedules checked 29 Sept 2026

Kick-off
Tuesday 29 September · 19:45 UK / 20:45 CEST
Venue
Hampden Park, Glasgow
Watch in the UK
BBC Two Scotland and BBC Scotland website
Last results
Slovenia 0-0 Scotland · Switzerland 3-0 North Macedonia

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🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland vs Switzerland 🇨🇭

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Prediction
Switzerland avoid defeat
Best bet
Switzerland or draw (Double chance)
Kick-off
Tue, 29 Sept 2026 · 19:45 UK · 20:45 CET/CEST
Competition
UEFA Nations League 2026/27 · League B · Group 1
Confidence
Medium
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Prediction: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland

Switzerland are the stronger side on paper and arrive in form, but Hampden and a new manager's first home game give Scotland energy. The last meeting, at Euro 2024, ended 1-1.

Switzerland or draw covers the two likeliest outcomes. These are editorial opinions, not priced recommendations. We have not verified current odds, and player selections depend on the official line-ups.

1X2

lean Switzerland or draw. A Scotland win needs them to finish the chances they made in Slovenia.

Goals

lean under 2.5. Scotland have not scored in Pocognoli's first game and Switzerland are without Embolo.

BTTS

no strong lean. Scotland create chances; the question is finishing.

Best betting angles

  • Double chance

    Confidence: Medium

    Switzerland or draw

    Better form and squad; Scotland without several regulars.

  • Total goals

    Confidence: Low

    Under 2.5

    Scotland goalless on matchday 1; Swiss striker suspended.

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Scotland vs Switzerland odds

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Form & tactics

Current form and how the match could play out

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland

Scotland drew 0-0 in Slovenia on matchday 1 in Pocognoli's first game, creating the better chances without scoring. Andy Robertson is one cap away from 100.

🇨🇭 Switzerland

Switzerland beat North Macedonia 3-0, with Zeki Amdouni scoring twice. They top Group B1 on three points.

  • Scotland's problem in Slovenia was finishing, not chance creation. Pocognoli may pair Kieron Bowie with Oli McBurnie to add a second presence in the box.
  • Without Embolo, Switzerland lean on Amdouni's movement and runners from midfield. Their control of possession should push Scotland towards crosses and set pieces.

Corners

Scotland vs Switzerland corners

Scotland's likely plan of crosses and set pieces points to a competitive corner count despite less possession. No verified corner data for this fixture is used.

Cards

Scotland vs Switzerland cards

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Player markets

Player betting angles

  • Anytime scorer

    Confidence: Low

    Zeki Amdouni

    Scored twice on matchday 1 and leads the line without Embolo. Check he starts.

  • Shots on target

    Confidence: Low

    Oli McBurnie 1+ (if he starts)

    Scotland's focal point in a side expected to cross often.

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Stats & H2H

Scotland vs Switzerland stats and head-to-head

Team comparison
StatScotlandSwitzerland
FIFA ranking (June 2026)——
Head coachSébastien PocognoliMurat Yakin

Source: FIFA ranking 11 June 2026; SuperSubBetting World Cup 2026 match log (where held).

The last meeting was a 1-1 draw at Euro 2024.

DateCompetitionMatchScore
19 Jun 2024Euro 2024Scotland v SwitzerlandCologne1-1

Team news

Team news, injuries and line-up status

Squad information checked 29 Sept 2026. Starting line-ups are not verified in this preview.

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  • Absent: Scott McTominay, Che Adams, Lawrence Shankland, Kenny McLean, Kieran Tierney.
  • The Scottish FA says every player came through the Slovenia match unscathed.

Line-up information

Starting XI not verified. Check the Scottish FA for the official announcement about an hour before kick-off.

🇨🇭 Switzerland

  • Suspended: Breel Embolo.
  • Zeki Amdouni scored twice against North Macedonia and is expected to keep his place.

Line-up information

Starting XI not verified. Check the Swiss FA for the official announcement.

We do not publish projected line-ups for this match.

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Scotland vs Switzerland: questions and answers

What time is Scotland vs Switzerland?

19:45 UK time on Tuesday 29 September 2026 at Hampden Park, Glasgow.

What channel is Scotland vs Switzerland on?

BBC Two Scotland and the BBC Scotland website, according to the Scottish FA (checked 29 September).

Is Embolo playing for Switzerland?

No. Breel Embolo is suspended.

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