Scotland XI vs Slovenia – Predicted lineup and team news

Scotland are set to face Slovenia in their UEFA Nations League B opener on Saturday, 26th September, at Stadion Stožice, Ljubljana. New manager Sébastien Pocognoli inherits a team in uncertain form following a difficult period that culminated in Steve Clarke's departure. Scotland's recent form has included narrow victories over Haiti, a loss to Morocco, and a 3-0 defeat to Brazil. Under Pocognoli, Scotland aim to end their two-match losing streak and improve their defensive record.

Team news reveals several key absences for the match, including Kenny McLean and Kieran Tierney due to fitness concerns, and the absence of Che Adams and Lawrence Shankland. To address these issues, Pocognoli has called up eight uncapped players, including Blackburn Rovers' Kristi Montgomery as a late replacement for McLean. Oli McBurnie is expected to feature prominently in attack, potentially leading the line or forming a partnership with Robbie Ure or Lewis Ferguson.

Scotland's predicted starting lineup includes Gunn; Welsh, Binks, McKenna; Hickey, Ferguson, Gilmour, Robertson; McGinn; Ure, McBurnie. The match kicks off at 5pm BST, and will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC One Scotland, as well as accessible via BBC iPlayer.