Four weeks after their previous encounter in Zagreb, fourth-place Scotland and second-placed Croatia will face off again in Group A1 of the UEFA Nations League. The match will take place on Friday at Hampden Park in Glasgow, and here’s a preview along with predictions for the possible outcome.
Scotland is not only aiming for three points and their first win in the group but also seeking revenge for their earlier defeat. In their first meeting, Croatia came back from a goal down to win 2-1. Croatia, having won their last two matches against Scotland, will be looking to extend that streak.
The stakes are high in this group: a win for Croatia will secure their advancement to the quarter-finals, while a loss for Scotland could see them relegated if third-placed Poland avoids defeat. Additionally, if Scotland draws and Poland wins, the Scots will drop to League B.