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Scotland are within touching distance of securing a World Cup playoff place and could even strengthen their hopes of automatic qualification with a win over Belarus on Sunday night. Steve Clarke’s side showed immense resolve to overturn a deficit and beat Greece earlier in the week, leaving them level on points with Denmark at the top of Group C.
This weekend’s clash at Hampden Park provides a perfect opportunity for the Scots to capitalise on momentum against a Belarus outfit low on confidence and struggling for consistency. With several key players suspended, Scotland will rely on the structure and spirit that have defined Clarke’s reign — and this Bet Builder focuses on those qualities shining through once again.
Here’s our Bet Builder pick for Scotland vs Belarus, which has been placed with Bet365:
Why this pick
Scotland have been assertive from kick-off in recent qualifiers, pressing high and converting control into early chances. Against a fragile Belarus side, an early lead and professional game management make HT/FT a logical anchor.
Why this pick
Belarus have conceded heavily in qualifiers and struggle when pulled wide. Scotland’s crossing volume and set-piece threat, plus the visitors’ defensive lapses, point to a scoreline with multiple goals at Hampden.
Why this pick
McTominay’s late runs and aerial presence make him a constant danger, especially from set-pieces. With extra attacking responsibility and quality delivery from wide areas, he’s well placed to find the net.
Scotland should dominate a struggling Belarus side from start to finish. Early control supports HT/FT; Belarus’ porous defence boosts goals expectation; McTominay’s form and set-piece threat add scoring upside for a cohesive builder at 7/2.
Scotland vs Belarus Bet Builder Tip
Half-Time/Full-Time: Scotland/Scotland
Backing Scotland to lead at both the break and full-time is a logical starting point given their dominance in recent qualifiers. The hosts have developed a habit of controlling matches early, pressing high and converting sustained possession into early chances. Against weaker opposition such as Belarus, this pattern is likely to continue.
Belarus arrive in Glasgow following a humiliating 6–0 defeat to Denmark, having also lost 5–1 to Greece and 2–0 to Scotland in the reverse fixture. Carlos Alós’ side have now suffered ten consecutive defeats in World Cup qualifiers, scoring just four goals and conceding heavily in almost every outing. Their defensive organisation collapses when faced with teams that move the ball quickly and attack from wide areas — precisely where Scotland thrive through Andy Robertson and the emerging Lewis Doak.
Clarke’s men are typically well-drilled from kick-off, with their midfield trio setting the tone in terms of intensity and rhythm. In front of an expectant home crowd, an early Scottish goal would not surprise. Once in front, their compact defensive shape and discipline often see them manage the game with maturity. Given Belarus’ frailties and Scotland’s growing efficiency, leading at half-time and maintaining that edge until the final whistle feels a strong selection.
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Over 3 Match Goals
A goal-heavy encounter looks very plausible considering both teams’ recent patterns. Scotland’s last competitive fixtures have averaged close to three goals per game, while Belarus’s defensive struggles mean their matches often escalate quickly once they concede the first.
The visitors have allowed 24 shots in their previous outing and have shipped 15 goals across three qualifiers. They lack both structure and confidence, with their back line frequently dragged out of position. Even when sitting deep, they struggle to close down space, particularly against teams who cross aggressively — an area Scotland exploit effectively through Robertson and McGinn.
From Scotland’s perspective, Clarke’s men have scored three or more in three of their last five matches in all competitions. Despite the suspensions of Lewis Ferguson and Ryan Christie, there remains plenty of attacking threat, especially with John McGinn’s late runs and the power of Che Adams up front. The presence of Scott McTominay, a reliable set-piece outlet, adds another layer of scoring potential.
Belarus may contribute little to the total themselves, but their porous defence should help push the match beyond three goals. The combination of Scottish aggression, set-piece strength and attacking width gives this fixture every chance of producing a lively scoreline.
Scott McTominay to Score Anytime
When it comes to goalscoring midfielders, few have been as influential for Scotland in recent years as Scott McTominay. His timing, physicality and aerial threat have made him a consistent weapon under Clarke, particularly in qualification campaigns.
With Ferguson and Christie suspended, the Manchester United man will shoulder additional attacking responsibility from midfield. McTominay often thrives in these scenarios, driving forward into space and arriving late in the box — a role that has already yielded several goals during this campaign. His proficiency from set-pieces and ability to strike from distance also make him a prime candidate to get on the scoresheet.
Belarus’s defensive vulnerability at dead-ball situations is well-documented; they conceded twice from corners in their loss to Denmark. With Scotland’s delivery from wide areas consistently sharp, McTominay’s height and anticipation provide a major advantage. Against a side prone to lapses in concentration, his influence in advanced areas could again prove decisive.
Expect McTominay to play with intent, knowing his leadership and composure are vital to Scotland’s push towards qualification. A goal from him would encapsulate the energy and belief currently flowing through Clarke’s squad.
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