Belarus vs Scotland Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips Predictions

Belarus vs Scotland Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: September 8, 2025 | ZTE-Aréna | FIFA World Cup Qualifying (UEFA) | 19:45 BST

The first international break of the 2025/26 season is upon us, as we enter the second matchday in Group C as Belarus host Scotland with both teams looking to claim their first victory of the qualifying campaign.

Key Betting Tips: Scotland to Win at 1.56 odds on Kwiff represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our algorithm.

Belarus vs Scotland Predicted Lineups

Belarus Predicted XI (4-4-2): Pavel Pavlyuchenko; Kiril Pechenin, Pavel Zabelin, Aleksandr Martynovich, Vadim Pigas; German Barkovsky, Evgeniy Yablonksi, Nikita Korzun, Valeri Gromyko; Max Ebong, Trofim Melnichenko.

Belarus could make one change following their thumping defeat to Greece in their Group C opener, as Yuri Kovalev could make way on the left for Barkovsky.

Scotland Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Angus Gunn; Andrew Robertson, Grant Hanley, John Soutar, Aaron Hickey; Lewis Ferguson, Scott McTominay; Ryan Christie, Che Adams, John McGinn; Lyndon Dykes.

No fresh injuries for the Scots, and Steve Clarke’s men achieved a positive result against Denmark in their opening match, so he may not feel obliged to make any changes.

Belarus vs Scotland Current League Standings

There is not much to touch on in this section aside from mentioning each country’s opening result. The hosts sit in last place in the group, and the only team without a point following their 5-1 pummelling in Greece on Friday. Meanwhile, Scotland will be heading into this match confident, following their defensive stubbornness shown against Denmark last time out, drawing 0-0.

Belarus vs Scotland Head-to-Head Timeline

This is the first time the sides will be taking to the field against each other.

These sides last met in a stalemate back in April. It was an even match where the home side may have the slight advantage in Milton Keynes but there was no scorer to break deadlock.

Belarus and Scotland Recent Matches Analysis

Belarus Last 5 Matches:

• Belarus 1-5 Greece (A) – World Cup Qualifying
• Belarus 1-4 Russia (H) – International Friendly
• Belarus 4-1 Kazakhstan (H) – International Friendly
• Belarus 2-0 Azerbaijan (A) – International Friendly
• Belarus 5-0 Tajikistan (A) – International Friendly

Following strong showing against Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan in friendlies, recent thumping inflicted by Russia and Greece does not bode well for the Belarusians.

Scotland Last 5 Matches:

• Scotland 0-0 Denmark (A) – World Cup Qualifying
• Scotland 4-0 Liechtenstein (A) – International Friendly
• Scotland 1-3 Iceland (H) – International Friendly
• Scotland 0-3 Greece (H) – Nations League
• Scotland 1-0 Greece (A) – Nations League

Scotland’s recent form is certainly nothing for any team to aspire to, after a rough patch of form in the nations league which led to their relegation to League B. However, a solid thumping of Liechtenstein and, three months on, a well-fought 0-0 draw with Denmark will give them confidence to take this game by storm, and wins against Belarus home and away could be crucial for their chances at qualification.

Belarus vs Scotland Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a Scotland victory. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Belarus vs Scotland Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Scotland to Win @ 1.56 - Recent form suggests confidence in a home victory. Belarus haven’t been able to play any competitive fixtures against Europe’s elite recently, whereas Scotland have spent the last year playing the likes of Portugal, Croatia and Denmark, giving them a competitive advantage when it comes to head-to-head.

Key Players to Watch: Belarus vs Scotland

German Barkovsky (Belarus): In a team that will inevitably concede goals on Monday, Barkovsky could be the player to respond. On set-pieces, he will offer a decent threat and could spring a surprise.

Scott McTominay (Scotland): His journey in Naples so far has been very successful. A Serie A triumph in his first season, playing a central part to their success, he has even earned himself a Ballon d’Or nomination. After playing a full season at consistent elite-level in a European competition, he will bring the experience needed to fortify the midfield, control it, and make it Scotland’s.

Belarus vs Scotland Match Facts

Referee: Yet to be appointed.

Broadcast Details:

UK: BBC iPlayer, BBC Scotland, BBC Sport, BBC Three at 19:45 BST.

Stadium Information: Located in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary, Belarus will be hosting this game at the ZTE-Aréna, which can hold up to 11,200 spectators.

Belarus vs Scotland: Final Prediction

Belarus 1-4 Scotland