Scotland take on Switzerland on Tuesday at Hampden Park in their second UEFA Nations League B group match, aiming to secure their first victory of the campaign.
The hosts arrive searching for a sharp turnaround after a difficult spell. Scotland have gone three straight internationals without finding the net, following goalless World Cup showings against Morocco and Brazil in June and a stale 0-0 result versus Slovenia in their Nations League opener. Despite registering a strong 2.16 expected goals (xG) figure and fashioning high-quality opportunities, Sébastien Pocognoli’s side are keen to end their scoring drought in front of their own supporters at the Barclays Hampden.
Scotland team news
This is Pocognoli’s first home fixture as Scotland manager, and he is working with a markedly disrupted group while exploring possible tactical tweaks.
Midfield is a particular concern with Scott McTominay still out as he recovers from a minor heart procedure. Up front, the attacking department is thin: Ché Adams and Lawrence Shankland are both sidelined through injury.
Defensive mainstay Kieran Tierney and seasoned midfielder Kenny McLean also withdrew late from the initial squad, compounding selection issues.
After the frustrating, scoreless draw in Slovenia, the coaching team is looking to reshuffle the forward line. Young striker Kieron Bowie is widely expected to start, leading a reconfigured attack alongside Oli McBurnie as Scotland hunt for goals on home turf.
Scotland predicted lineup
Possible Scotland starting XI: Gunn; Hendry, McKenna, Welsh; Hickey, Gilmour, Ferguson, Robertson; McGinn; McBurnie, Bowie
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 7:45pm BST on Tuesday, 29th September.
How to watch Scotland vs Switzerland?
Fans across the United Kingdom can follow the Scotland vs Switzerland tie live on BBC Two and BBC Scotland.
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