The atmosphere will be tense at the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium in Piraeus this Saturday, as Greece take on Scotland in the FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers.
The Greek team enter this game needing a significant turnaround in their performance after enduring a difficult run, suffering three consecutive defeats in their qualification campaign, including a recent 3-1 loss against Denmark.
The Tartan Army, on the other hand, have found consistency, recording four wins and one draw in their last five competitive games, including a hard-fought 2-1 win against Belarus in their last qualifying match.
Read our Greece vs Scotland predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other FIFA World Cup predictions.
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Greece vs Scotland prediction: The visitors to claim a narrow win
Key statistics
- Two of their last three recent meetings have been won by Scotland.
- Scotland have won four of their last five international games.
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in their last two meetings.
Correct score prediction: Greece 1-3 Scotland
Based on their recent form, the visiting Tartan Army are unbeaten in their last five games and we are expecting a comfortable victory for Scotland in this fixture.
Greece have struggled to get a win in their previous games and failed to impress in their last three matches despite having two wins in their last five games. Due to their poor form, we predict a narrow 3-1 win for Scotland.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Greece are slight favourites
- Home: 6/5 (2.20) – 45.5%
- Draw: 23/10 (3.30) – 30.3%
- Away: 11/5 (3.20) – 31.3%
Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.
Greece enter this match as slight favourites with odds of 2.20, giving them a 45.5% chance of victory. The draw is priced at 3.30, reflecting a 30.3% probability, while Scotland are close behind at 3.20 (31.3%), suggesting a very tight game is expected that could go either way.
Most recent head-to-head: Close and competitive fixtures
Looking at the five competitive meetings between these national teams, the head-to-head record shows a slight advantage for Scotland. Over their past matches, the Scottish side have secured three victories and Greece have two victories, with each of those wins coming in the 90s.
The most recent match, played in October 2025, resulted in a 3-1 victory for Scotland in Glasgow. Before that, the teams exchanged victories in the UEFA Nations League playoffs, with Scotland winning 1-0 in Greece and securing a decisive 3-0 victory in the second leg in March 2025.
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Greece preview: New faces in the team
Greece’s national team is set to welcome Nectarios Triantis for the first time, with the 22-year-old midfielder potentially making his debut this Saturday. Joining him in the team is youngster Charalampos Kostoulas, an 18-year-old forward, who could also make his debut against Scotland.
Predicted lineup: Vlachodimos (GK), Rota, Restos, Koulierakis, Tsimikas, Zafeiris, Kourbelis, Karetsas, Bakasetas, Tzolis & Pavlidis
Last five fixtures
- 12.10.25 – Denmark 3 – 1 Greece
- 09.10.25 – Scotland 3 – 1 Greece
- 08.09.25 – Greece 0 – 3 Denmark
- 05.09.25 – Greece 5 – 1 Belarus
- 10.06.25 – Greece 4 – 0 Bulgaria
Scotland preview: Few injuries in the team
Scotland will be without Lennon Miller and Ross McCrorie, both sidelined through injury, while Billy Gilmour is also unavailable for Saturday, though he could return in time for Tuesday’s fixture against Denmark.
With first-choice goalkeeper Angus Gunn out, manager Steve Clarke may turn to 42-year-old veteran Craig Gordon for his 82nd cap. Backup options, Liam Kelly has been called and Scott Bain has also been recalled after six years.
Predicted lineup: Gordon (GK), Ralston, Souttar, Hanley, Robertson, McTominay, Ferguson, McGinn, Gannon-Doak, Adams & Christie
Last five fixtures
- 12.10.25 – Scotland 2 – 1 Belarus
- 09.10.25 – Scotland 3 – 1 Greece
- 08.09.25 – Belarus 0 – 2 Scotland
- 05.09.25 – Denmark 0 – 0 Scotland
- 09.06.25 – Liechtenstein 0 – 4 Scotland
Player to watch: Scott McTominay
One player to look out for in this game is former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay. The player has been absolutely vital to the Tartan Army's successful qualification campaign, providing both goals and assists.
In his last five competitive international appearances, McTominay has recorded two goals and one assist. The player's physical presence, late runs into the box and finishing make him a threat in this game.