Scotland is just one victory away from qualifying for their first men’s World Cup since 1998. They will face Denmark at Hampden in a crucial match that will determine their fate.
The Tartan Army enters this final qualifier with optimism, largely due to Denmark’s inability to defeat Belarus on Saturday night, which allowed Steve Clarke’s side to remain in contention despite their entertaining 3-2 loss to Greece.
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Before the international break, it was clear Scotland would need to secure a win against Denmark to qualify, and the situation remains unchanged despite the setback in Greece.
Scotland is guaranteed at least a play-off spot, but they find themselves with a golden opportunity, just 90 minutes away from clinching a place in next summer’s tournament across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
It’s essential for Scotland to deliver a performance reminiscent of the team that came back from three goals down against Greece, rather than the one that struggled at the outset, if they hope to defeat Denmark and claim the top spot.
Here’s everything you need to know
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When is Scotland v Denmark?
The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:45 PM GMT on Tuesday, November 18, at Hampden Park.
How can I watch it?
The game will be broadcast on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, with coverage beginning at 7:30 PM.
What is the team news?
Billy Gilmour will not participate in the group decider after missing the match against Greece. Steve Clarke might consider starting Lyndon Dykes instead of Che Adams, but Ryan Christie and Ben Gannon-Doak, who both scored recently, are likely to play again. The midfield trio of Scott McTominay, John McGinn, and Lewis Ferguson lacked balance against Greece, but with Gilmour out, they may have to stick with the same lineup.
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Denmark’s Rasmus Hojlund, who has netted four goals in 10 matches since joining McTominay at Napoli, missed the 2-2 draw with Belarus due to illness but could be available after his recovery. The Danish squad boasts experienced players, including Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel and midfielders Christian Eriksen and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
Possible line-ups
Scotland: Gunn; Hickey, Hanley, Souttar, Robertson; McGinn, Ferguson, McTominay; Christie, Gannon-Doak; Dykes
Denmark: Schmeichel; Nissen, Christensen, Verstergaard, Dorgu; Isaksen, Hojbjerg, Norgaard, Damsgaard; Eriksen, Hojlund