Switzerland won seven of their last 10 matches before the Nations League: prediction for Scotland — Switzerland
The second-round UEFA Nations League clash between Scotland and Switzerland will take place on September 29 at Hampden Park. The hosts opened the tournament with a goalless draw against Slovenia, while Switzerland comfortably defeated North Macedonia 3-0 to move top of the group.
Scotland: plenty of chances, but no goals
Sebastien Pocognoli's first match in charge of the national team ended in a 0-0 draw with Slovenia. Scotland created four big chances and recorded 2.16 xG, but still failed to turn their dominance into goals.
After exiting the World Cup, the team is undergoing a rebuild, but the start under the new coach was encouraging in terms of their performance. The main question now concerns finishing, so changes in attack are certainly possible.
Switzerland: a confident win and a strong run
Switzerland began their Nations League campaign with a convincing 3-0 victory over North Macedonia. Zeki Amdouni, who replaced the suspended Breel Embolo, scored twice and provided an assist.
Overall, Murat Yakin's side are in good shape: after an unsuccessful previous Nations League campaign, the Swiss won seven and drew three of their next 10 matches, while reaching the World Cup quarter-finals in the summer.
Match facts
- Scotland created four big chances and recorded 2.16 xG against Slovenia, but failed to score.
- Switzerland opened the tournament with a 3-0 win over North Macedonia.
- In March 2006, Switzerland defeated Scotland away from home by a score of 3-1.
The visitors' class could prove decisive: prediction for Scotland — Switzerland
Scotland showed a braver and more purposeful style under their new coach, but their finishing problems could prove costly against a stronger opponent. Switzerland look considerably more dangerous in attack and head into the match with plenty of confidence.
Amdouni made excellent use of his opportunity in the opening round, while the visitors' squad depth allows them to maintain a high tempo throughout the match. If Scotland waste their chances again, Switzerland could punish the hosts far more severely.
