Scotland vs Slovenia Lineups, Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds
Get our expert Scotland vs Slovenia prediction with the latest betting tips, odds, and lineups ahead of Tuesday's UEFA Nations League clash at Hampden.
Anna Cloete - 6 Oct 2026, 6:11 PM
6 minutesScotland vs Slovenia Match Summary
Competition | UEFA Nations League |
|---|---|
Match Date | Tuesday 6 October 2026 |
Match Time | 20:45 SAST |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Barclays Hampden |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | BBC 2, BBCi |
Scotland and Slovenia meet at Barclays Hampden in the UEFA Nations League with second place behind Switzerland up for grabs. The two sides arrive level on four points.
The home side finally have lift-off. Sebastien Pocognoli's first win in charge came via a 2-0 away win over North Macedonia, Scotland's first victory of this Nations League campaign.
Slovenia are licking their wounds after a 2-1 defeat away to Switzerland. Bostjan Cesar's side led in the second minute, then folded before the break.
History leans towards the hosts. Scotland are undefeated in their last six matches against Slovenia in all competitions, and with the log this congested, a home win carries real weight.
Scotland vs Slovenia Form
Scotland's results have been patchy rather than poor: they have won 5 of their last 10 matches against all opponents. The North Macedonia result changed the mood, though, with Kieron Bowie opening the scoring and John McGinn tucking away a penalty, a goal that moved him into joint-fourth on Scotland's all-time men's scoring list.
Slovenia's numbers make for grim reading. They have won just 1 of their last 10 matches against all opponents, and that Switzerland collapse showed how quickly things unravel once they lose control. Captain Jan Oblak remains their most reliable figure between the sticks, which is just as well given how much work he could be in for on Tuesday.
Scotland vs Slovenia Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Scotland: K. Tierney (Injured/out), K. McLean (Injured/out), S. McTominay (Injured/out), C. Adams (Injured/out), L. Shankland (Injured/out), S. McKenna (Suspended)
Slovenia: B. Sesko (Injured/out), Z. Zaletel (Injured/out), N. Prelec (Injured/out), M. Ratnik (Injured/out)
Scotland
Jack Hendry has served his suspension and is available again, but Scott McKenna is banned after picking up a red card in the win over North Macedonia. Sebastien Pocognoli could recall Ryan Christie and Nathan Patterson, and with McTominay among the injured, the Scotland vs Slovenia lineups put plenty on John McGinn's shoulders.
Slovenia
Bostjan Cesar could recall David Brekalo to the back line, while Tomi Horvat may return to the starting XI in midfield. Sesko is the big loss up front, with Zaletel, Prelec and Ratnik also sidelined.
Scotland vs Slovenia Predicted Lineup
Scotland
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Gunn; J. Hendry, L. Binks, S. Welsh; N. Patterson, B. Gilmour, L. Ferguson, A. Robertson; J. McGinn, R. Christie; K. Bowie
Slovenia
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: J. Oblak; Z. Karnicnik, V. Drkusic, J. Bijol, D. Brekalo; M. Zabukovnik, S. Lovric; A. Matko, T. Horvat, D. Sturm; Z. Vipotnik
Scotland vs Slovenia Key Stats & Match Facts
- Lewis Ferguson has committed 3+ fouls in 3 of his last 3 appearances in UEFA Nations League B, so expect him to be in the thick of it.
- John McGinn has won 3+ fouls in 3 of his last 3 appearances in UEFA Nations League B, which means a busy night for Slovenia's holding pair.
Scotland vs Slovenia Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Our Scotland vs Slovenia prediction is a home win. Pocognoli's side have the momentum from their first win of the campaign and the backing of Hampden, while a Slovenia team that crumbled against Switzerland look short of a cutting edge in front of goal. We're backing Scotland to get the job done with Slovenia kept quiet.
Best Bets
Back 'No' in the Both Teams To Score market. Slovenia are without Sesko, their main goal threat, and Scotland are missing Adams, Shankland and McTominay. With both attacks weakened, a clean sheet on at least one side looks a sensible angle.
Back Scotland to win in the Win Market. Scotland have won two of their meetings with Slovenia and Slovenia have won none. Add home advantage against a visiting side missing their star striker and the hosts are the clear call among our Scotland vs Slovenia best bets.
Scotland vs Slovenia Bet Builder
Our Scotland vs Slovenia bet builder tips combine a home win, Robbie Ure to score anytime, no to both teams scoring and David Zec to be shown a card.
Scotland to win: Slovenia have won just one of their last five internationals, and the hosts have finally found a winning formula under Pocognoli.
Robbie Ure to score anytime: with Adams and Shankland both injured, Scotland need goals from somewhere, and Ure gives them another attacking option to turn to.
No to both teams scoring: without Sesko, Slovenia's attack leans heavily on Vipotnik, and a home side defending a lead at Hampden can be stubborn.
David Zec to be shown a card: Slovenia's defence is set for plenty of pressure, and that kind of messy night tends to end with a defender going into the book.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 19/1 and is as short as 14/1 elsewhere. That's a difference in potential winnings of R50 from best to worst price.
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Scotland vs Slovenia Talking Points
The engine room is where this one gets decided. With McTominay out, McGinn and Lewis Ferguson have to carry Scotland's midfield against the Zabukovnik and Lovric screen, while a possible Horvat return gives Slovenia a link to Vipotnik. Out wide, captain Andy Robertson arrives fresh from reaching a century of caps, joining Sir Kenny Dalglish in rare company, and his duel with Matko on that flank could shape the night. On the Scotland vs Slovenia betting odds, the hosts are 5/6 with 10Bet. Slovenia, out at 4/1 with Bet365, look a big ask on this evidence.
Scotland vs Slovenia Predictions FAQs
When is the Scotland vs Slovenia UEFA Nations League game?
The Scotland vs Slovenia match takes place on Tuesday 6 October 2026, kicking off at 20:45 SAST.
Where is Scotland vs Slovenia being played?
The match will be played at Barclays Hampden.
Where can I watch Scotland vs Slovenia?
The match will be televised live on BBC 2 and BBCi.
What is the latest team news for Scotland vs Slovenia?
Scotland have Jack Hendry returning from suspension, though Scott McKenna is suspended and Kieran Tierney remains sidelined. Slovenia will be without injured forward Benjamin Sesko, while David Brekalo could return to the defence.
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