Scotland scored twice in three of their four Euro 2024 qualifying trips

Belarus lost 5-1 to Greece in their last game, conceding 3.4 xG

Scotland scored 17 times in eight matches in their last qualifying campaign

Great opportunity for Scots

Scotland held Denmark to a 0-0 draw in their opening game of this World Cup qualifying campaign, putting them into a strong position ahead of this clash against Belarus.

Scotland are facing their easiest trip at a time when the Danes, their rivals for top spot, are heading to Greece. Steve Clarke’s side could put themselves in an excellent position after the first break of the new season if they secure all three points in this trip.

Belarus were beaten 5-1 by the Greeks in their last game, their second comprehensive loss in a row. With UEFA forcing them to play their home matches on neutral ground, there’s little edge for them in this contest.

Belarus managed to win only one Nations League game in a group with Bulgaria, Luxembourg, and Northern Ireland, so an ascending Scottish side should be too strong for them.

Scotland are 1/2 for the points in this trip, but backing them to score two or more goals holds more appeal. The Scots netted twice in visits to Norway, Georgia, and Cyprus in Euro 2024 qualifying, while they scored 17 times in total across eight games in that campaign.

After a backs-to-the-wall job in Denmark, Scotland will be able to be more adventurous in this clash. Belarus conceded 3.4 Expected Goals in their loss to Greece, so Scotland can profit going forward on Monday.