Scotland vs Israel: Predictions and Betting Tips

Scotland

After a somewhat disappointing Euros, the Scots are looking for some good news in qualifying for the World Cup. They are currently in second place, but their 11 points makes it virtually impossible for them to overtake an unbeatable Denmark team with 18 points.

In three home games, the Scots have taken seven points, scoring seven goals and conceding just two.

Of eight historic meetings between the two, the Scottish won four, drew two, and lost two.

It’s match week ?

? Thursday: #SCO21s v Denmark
⏰ 7.05pm
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? @BBCScotland

? Saturday: Men’s A v Israel
⏰ 5pm
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— Scotland National Team (@ScotlandNT) October 4, 2021

Israel

The Israelis come into this match in third place with ten points. A win in this game could put them in second place, leaving them just three rounds from qualification.

Out of three away games, Israel have won two, but in their last match they suffered a heavy 0-5 defeat to Denmark.

Key Stats: 

• Two wins, one draw, and two defeats for Scotland in their last five games
• Two consecutive wins for Scotland
• Two consecutive matches without conceding goals for Scotland
• Three wins and two defeats for Israel in their last five games
• Israel have scored 12 goals and have conceded 12 goals in their last five games
• Israel’s last five matches have averaged 4.8 total goals per game.

Scotland vs Israel Predictions

This match sees two teams of a very similar level face off. Scotland are coming off the back of two straight wins that have seen them climb up the group, while Israel are coming off the back of a 0-5 defeat. Scotland are playing at home, which, in a match as evenly-balanced as this one, we think could be decisive in their favour and, as a result, we expect Scotland to win this match.