Where to watch Scotland vs. Portugal live stream, TV channel, time, lineups, prediction for Nations League match
A struggling Scotland will host Portugal in a crucial UEFA Nations League clash at Hampden Park on Tuesday, October 15. The Scots are languishing at the bottom of Group A1 with three losses in three games.Ā Ā
Their latest defeat came against Croatia, where, despite showing a fight, Scotland ultimately fell short with a 2-1 loss.Ā
Portugal, on the other hand, is in excellent form. They are currently sitting at the top of the Group and have won all three of their matches. They are coming into this game after a comfortable 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. PortugalĀ live stream, TV channelHere’s how to watch this UEFA Nations League match in the U.S.:
TV channel: –
Live stream: Fubo
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What time does Scotland vs. PortugalĀ kick off?This UEFA Nations League clash takes place atĀ Hampden Park, Glasgow,Ā and kicks off on Tuesday, October 15,Ā at 7:45 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
Ā DateKickoff timeEastern TimeTue, Oct. 152:45Ā p.m.Central TimeTue, Oct. 151:45Ā p.m.Ā Mountain TimeTue, Oct. 1512:45Ā p.m.Pacific TimeTue, Oct. 1511:45Ā a.m.ScotlandĀ vs. PortugalĀ lineups, team newsFortunately for Scotland, there are no new injury concerns. Earlier, Angus Gunn, Lawrence Shankland, Greg Taylor, andĀ 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):Ā Gordon (GK) āĀ Ralston, Souttar, Hanley, Robertsonā McLean, GilmourāDoak, McTominay, Christieā Adams
Injured: Gunn, Shankland, Taylor, Forrest
Suspended: None
For Portugal, only Sporting Lisbonās center-backĀ Goncalo InacioĀ 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 CristianoĀ 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.Ā
Portugal predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left):Ā Costa (GK) ā Dalot, Dias, Veiga, Mendesā Silva, R. NevesāJota, Fernandes, Leaoā Ronaldo
Injured: Inacio
Suspended: None
ScotlandĀ vs. Portugal predictionĀ Given the current form of both teams, Portugal is the clear favorite to win this match. Scotlandās defensive vulnerabilities and Portugalās attacking dominance suggest that the visitors will come out on top.
Prediction: Scotland 1-3 Portugal
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