Czech Republic and Scotland meet at Andrův stadion, in a match for this phase of the UEFA Nations League (League B). There is no record of direct confrontations between these two teams in the last 3 years. The last match was played on 24-03-2016 and ended with the score: Czech Republic (0-1) Scotland.
Czech Republic :
The home team plays its second match in Group 2, having won by (1‑3) in their first match in this group stage, against Slovakia. In the last 7 home matches for all competitions, the Czech Republic has won 5 and lost 2. The team allowed goals to the opponent in 8 of the last 10 matches, so their defense needs to improve, But their attack has scored with consistency, as they have scored goals in 9 of the last 10 games. In 15 games, he came back in 3 of the 7 games in which he suffered the first goal.
The Czech Republic team comes into this match with a great victory, 1-3, on the trip to Slovakia, returning to the triumphs after the defeat against Bulgaria: the team’s goals were sealed by Coufal, Dockal and Krmencik. Now, in this second match against Scotland, Commander Jaroslav Silhavý is anticipated to opt for a supported and leisurely style of play, using the side aisles to create danger for the opponent: Jakub Jankto and Lukas Masopust are faster and more competent players in transport from the ball to foreign lands. The local commander has all the players at his disposal.
Scotland :
The visiting team comes to this 2nd round of Group 2 after a draw in their debut in this group stage, against Israel, by (1‑1). In their last 7 away matches Scotland has recorded 3 wins and 4 losses. Their defense has not been very strong, as they have suffered goals in 8 of the last 10 matches, but their offense has scored regularly, as they have scored goals in 7 of the last 10 matches. In 15 games, he only managed 2 comebacks in the 7 games in which he suffered the first goal.
Scotland comes to this game with a 1-1 draw, in the reception to Israel, thus adding the fourth consecutive game without losing in official matches: the only goal of the team was signed by Ryan Christie. In this game away from his stadium, coach Steve Clarke will have to use the same tactical system from the last game, 3-4-3, favoring low blocking and quick transitions for attack. John McGinn is one of the highlights of this team, being very strong in the offensive organization. For this game the coach can count on the usual players.
