Scotland vs Denmark Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The World Cup 2026 spot is up for grabs for both teams.

The Hampden Park in Glasgow is gearing up to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier fixture between the home team, Scotland, and Denmark.

Scotland are led by former West Brom and Reading gaffer Steve Clarke, who has been at the helm for the last six years. They are placed second in the Group C points table.

A win will take them to the top and guarantee their spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026. They are coming after a 3-2 defeat to Greece.

Meanwhile, Denmark are coming after a 2-2 draw against Belarus. A draw in the next game will be enough to propel them to the FIFA World Cup 2026. They are led by Danish gaffer Brian Riemer, who has previously coached teams such as FC Copenhagen and Anderlecht.

SLUTDet ender lige efter en svær dansk 2. halvleg.Det skal gøres færdigt i Skotland.#ForDanmark pic.twitter.com/0xWsv9ojXn

— Fodboldlandsholdene 🇩🇰 (@dbulandshold) November 15, 2025

Kick-off:

• Location: Glasgow, Scotland
• Stadium: Hampden Park
• Date: Wednesday, November 19
• Kick-off Time: 1:15 a.m. IST
• Referee: Szymon Marciniak
• VAR: In use

Players to Watch

Aaron Hickey (Scotland)

The 23-year-old Scottish fullback has spent his initial days at Heart of Midlothian before joining Bologna in the Italian top flight. After spending two years, he made a move to Brentford. He has represented Scotland several times and will play a key role in initiating attacks from the wings.

Christian Norgaard (Denmark)

The Danish midfielder from Copenhagen plays for Arsenal in the English Premier League. He has previously played for teams like Brentford, Fiorentina, and Hamburger. His experience in the centre of the park will be essential for Denmark, as a clean sheet shall suffice to earn them a World Cup spot.

For Danmark 🇩🇰 pic.twitter.com/waWneCXQuU

— Fodboldlandsholdene 🇩🇰 (@dbulandshold) November 15, 2025

Match Facts

• Denmark reached the semi-finals of Euro 2021
• They are just a point away from qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
• Scotland are coming after a 3-2 defeat to Greece.

Scotland vs Denmark: Betting Tips and Odds

• Match to end in a draw – 12/5 with bet365
• Christian Eriksen to score the first goal – 3/1 with bet365
• Scotland 1-1 Denmark – 11/2 with bet365

Injury and Team News

Scotland will miss the presence of Billy Gilmour.

Denmark will miss Yussuf Poulsen and Rasmus Hojlund.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 19

Scotland won: 11

Denmark won: 07

Draws: 01

Predicted Lineups

Scotland predicted lineup (4-2-1-2-1)

Gordon (GK); Hickey, Souttar, Hanley, Robertson; Ferguson, McGinn; McTominay; Christie, Doak; Adams

Denmark predicted lineup (4-4-1-1)

Schmeichel (GK); Nissen, Christensen, Vestergaard, Dorgu; Isaksen, Hojbjerg, Norgaard, Damsgaard; Eriksen; Wind

Match Prediction

Both teams have a fair chance of qualifying, but only one can qualify directly. We expect this game to end in a draw, meaning Denmark will qualify.

Prediction: Scotland 1-1 Denmark

Telecast Details

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UK: Prime Video UK

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