Scotland Euro 2020/2021 Odds, Predictions & Squad

Scotland’s national football team has qualified for the Euro 2020 for the first time in 25 years, after Tartan Army’s last appearance at Euro 1996 in England. Besides that, Steve Clarke’s players achieve to qualify for their first elite tournament since FIFA World Cup 1998 in France. Scotland is considered a major underdog to lift the trophy at 251.00 odds. It’s also the team with fewer chances to qualify from Group D, as it sounds normal. Scottish “Terriers” has the significant home advantage with two of three group stage matches at “Hampden Park,” Glasgow. However, they are not a probable participant for the knock-out stage paying 18.00 odds to win the group and 2.15 to qualify.

So, read on our Scotland Euro 2020 analysis based on the squad, probable lineups and tactics. Furthermore, you can get all the latest odds and predictions for Tartan Army’s possible route if they manage to qualify.

Scotland Euro 2021 Odds & Predictions

There are only three teams that are considered participants with fewer chances of winning the trophy than Scotland, Hungary (401.00 odds), Finland (501.00 odds), and North Macedonia (501.00 odds). Scotland's (251.00) and Slovakia's (251.00) odds mean they have 0,4% to lift Euro 2020 if you read these prices as implied odds. So, you should make focus and realize if there is a betting value based on Scotland’s possible qualification from the group stage. Except for the rivalry with England, the matches against the Czech Republic and Croatia will be at “Hampden Park,” Glasgow. That means, during Covid-19 restrictions, Clarke’s men may host at least 12,925 fans (i.e., 25-33% venue’s capacity).

The Tartan Army took part in Euro 1992 in Sweden and Euro 1996 in England. Though they won a match in each tournament, they never made it to qualify. Even the most admirable optimistic fan should realize that Scotland is a Euro 2020 participant for the first time in a quarter of a century. If they win the opening match against the Czechs, they may increase their chances to get 3rd place. The 1st and 2nd in the Euro 2020 Group D will qualify, but for the 3rd-placed teams, there’s plenty of scenarios based on the tournament’s four best-performing national teams. So, get our released predictions, and top picks based on the latest Scotland’s Euro 2021 odds to qualify from Group D.

✔️ Group D ⏩ Scotland to Qualify @2.15 (23/20) odds.

✔️ Group D ⏩ Scotland to Place 3rd @3.25 (9/4) odds.

✔️ Group D ⏩ England, Croatia & Scotland to Place 1st, 2nd, and 3rd* @2.50 (3/2) odds.
*without a specific order

Scotland Euro 2020 Fixtures & Schedule

Scotland has been drawn in Euro 2020 Group D, with the old rivals England also a host nation for the tournament. Croatia, the World Cup 2018 finalist, is the other group’s powerhouse, with the Czech Republic appears as the most accessible opponent for Clarke’s side. It’s considered the fourth and last favorite to qualify for the knock-out phase at 2.15 odds and win the group at 18.00. “Terriers” won Czechs 1-0 for the Nation League’s group stage in October 2020 at “Hampden Park,” securing the victory with Fraser’s early goal.

Playing two of the three group matches at their home venue, the Scottish have an advantage against the Czech Republic and Croatia. It seems difficult to reach the group’s top places, but you should notice a weird factor based on the game-plan after the group stage. The potential route for Group D’s 1st and 2nd teams isn’t so easy at the Last 16 Round, where they may find great favorites for the 1st place of the tournament like Portugal, Germany, France, and Spain.

Although, the possible route for a best 3rd-placed team might be more accessible, especially if avoid crossing with Belgium, Netherlands, and Spain powerhouses. So, let’s see Scotland’s Euro 2020 fixtures for the group stage and what will happen if the Tartan Army finishes 1st or be placed 2nd or 3rd.

Scotland Euro 2020 Fixtures	Date	Venue
Scotland vs. Czech Republic	June 14, 2021 / 15:00 CET	Hampden Park, Glasgow
England vs. Scotland	June 18, 2021 / 21:00 CET	Wembley Stadium, London
Croatia vs. Scotland	June 22, 2021 / 21:00 CET	Hampden Park, Glasgow

Can Scotland Win Group D?

A critical conclusion based on the latest odds is that Scotland is an underdog to qualify for the knock-out phase. Furthermore, you can check average odds on all possible outcomes that Steve Clarke’s side can bring on Euro 2020 Group D:

⏩ To Win Group @18.00 (17/1) odds.

⏩ To Place 2nd @8.00 (7/1) odds.

⏩ To Qualify Group @2.15 (23/20) odds.

⏩ To Place 3rd @3.25 (9/4) odds.

⏩ Not to Qualify Group @1.66 (33/50) odds.

Reading the table below, you can discover all the possible scenarios based on Scotland’s Euro 2020 fixtures if “Terriers’” manage to qualify from the group stage.

Scotland Group Place	Last-16 Probable Opponents
1st	Runner-up Group F (Portugal, Germany, France, Hungary)
2nd	Runner-up Group E (Spain, Sweden, Poland, Slovakia)
3rd*	Winner Group B (Denmark, Finland, Belgium, Russia) / Winner Group C (Netherlands, Ukraine, Austria, North Macedonia) / Winner Group E (Spain, Sweden, Poland, Slovakia)

*If Group D gives one of the best 3rd-placed teams to advance to the Last-16.

✔️ Our prediction: If Scotland breaks the England - Croatia duo, getting a straightforward qualification for the knock-out phase from the Euro 2020 Group D, it will be a great surprise. If Scottish players win Czechs at the opening game at “Hampden Park,” they will increase their chances for 3rd place. In other words, that’s the most realistic target and an outcome with a betting value at 3.25 odds.

What odds & bets bookies offer for Scotland

Scotland got 3rd place at Euro qualifiers’ Group I behind Belgium and Russia, reaching five victories and suffered five defeats at ten games. Steve Clarke’s players advanced to Euro 2020 via Nations League, path C, playoffs beating Israel (0-0, 5-3 after penalty shootouts) at Glasgow and Serbia (1-1, after 5-4 penalty shootouts) at Belgrade. The Scottish team reached a dramatic qualification in November 2020, with the 36 years old goalkeeper David Marshall being the hero with a stunning save at Aleksandar Mitrovic’s penalty.

Undoubtedly, they have written themselves into history, getting a major finals ticket after more than two decades showing mental strength. Scotland has a difficult mission to qualify from Group D. To achieve it for the first time in the nation’s history should win the tournament’s opening game, taking advantage of the home venue.

✔️ Our prediction: Scotland realistically can’t win the group at 18.00 odds, and it’s challenging to overwhelm England or Croatia and take 2nd place. This outcome gives an 8.00 odds payout. However, the scenario to place 3rd at 3.25 odds has more betting value than not to qualify group at 1.66. So, in this case, Tartan Army should wait for a place among the four best-performing 3rd’s; a possibility that can give a payout at 2.15 odds.

Scotland Euro 2020/2021 Lineup & Tactics

Our picks and predictions are based on Scotland’s route at Euro 2020 qualifiers, the Nations League’s playoffs and the starting matches of the World Cup 2022 qualifiers process. There are some factors as current form and a core of key players who can make the difference in manager Clarke’s plans. So, read on our Scotland Euro 2020 preview and learn the Tartan Army’s detailed tactics, the probable lineup for the tournament, and, of course, the squad.

The Squad

Steven Clarke announces his selection for the Euro 2020 tournament on the 19th of May. The big surprise was the choice of three uncapped youngsters, Gilmour, Turnbull and Patterson, all Under 21 internationals who receive first call-ups. Palmer, Considine, Shankland and the experienced but out-of-form striker, Lee Griffiths, will miss out. Check the list with Scotland’s Euro 2020 squad:

The Key Players & Tactics

Scotland’s players aren’t at the summit of the global football ranking, but they have the strength and the willingness to do everything to save their team’s skin. Steve Clarke doesn’t have many solutions and a deep squad to choose from, but he can count his plans to some key players with experience and quality. John McGinn is an offensive midfielder with ten goals for “Terriers’” colors, netting seven pieces at the qualifiers’ stage. Andy Robertson is the captain, playing at the top level for Liverpool, with Lyndon Dykes having modern striker’s skills to solve attacking problems.

The 16 goals scored at the Euro qualifiers comparing with the 19 against emphasizes Scotland’s offensive weakness. Arsenal’s Kieran Tierney is a multi-skill left-back who can play a double role for Scotland. He can be one of the three central defenders capable of filling in for Robertson if he misses out. The experienced goalkeepers, Craig Gordon and David Marshall are top contenders for one place, while the ultimate game-changer on Clarke’s plan will be Scott McTominay. Manchester United’s midfielder can do everything, getting a place in Scotland’s back three on 3-5-2 formation, or playing in the half-spaces, scoring crucial goals.

The Probable Lineup

The “Terriers’” last game for World Cup 2022 qualifying round was against the weak Faroe Islands. Scotland won 4-0, on March 31st, with McGinn netting twice and Tierney give three assists. The 38 years old Gordon was the starting goalie, but there are enhanced possibilities for Marshall, the playoffs hero, to take his place at Euro 2020. Clarke prefers a 3-5-2 formation based on Tierney, Hanley, and McTominay as center-backs.

McGinn, Armstrong or O’Donnell, and McGregor are the favorites to compose the midfielders’ line, with Robertson and Fraser are planned to work as full-backs, left and right. Dykes and Southampton’s striker Che Adams are the top favorites for the attacking places. Still, we should wait to see the status and form of James Forrest (i.e., Celtic’s striker included in the final squad) to comprehend Clarke’s tactics for the Euro 2020. Meanwhile, forward Oli McBurnie ruled out from Scotland’s Euro 2020 campaign due to a fractured metatarsal.

The Manager

Steve Clarke was appointed manager of the Tartan Army in May 2019, with a contract until the end of the World Cup 2022 qualifying round. He is the tactician that drives Scotland in an elite tournament, after 23 years having a 42,1% winning record based on eight victories at 19 matches before preparation friendly matches. Clarke chose to make no changes in the recent call-ups, trying to build a solid team. He seeks solutions to cover Scotland’s main drawback, understanding that the roster hasn’t a prolific and productive striker.

The 57 years old manager was a great defender in his playing career, having more than 500 senior appearances with St Mirren and Chelsea. Before he took over Scotland, he had spells at Chelsea, West Ham and Liverpool as an assistant. From 2017 until 2019 upgraded the status of Scottish Premier League’s Kilmarnock, the club he had supported as a child, from the bottom of the table up to 3rd place and European qualification.

You can find in the list below the best online betting sites for Euro 2020 that offer the highest odds for Scotland to qualify from the group stage and win the tournament.