Portugal vs Scotland LIVE! Nations League match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction today

Portugal vs Scotland – LIVE!

Portugal face Scotland in the Nations League tonight in what is another big test for Steve Clarke's side. The Tartan Army started life after a hugely disappointing Euro 2024 campaign with an agonising defeat to Poland on Thursday, conceding a late defeat at Hampden Park despite having previously overturned a two-goal deficit. Things won't get any easier for the Scots tonight, with Clarke under pressure to prove he can still motivate this group of players.

The hosts, meanwhile, bounced back from their European Championship quarter-final defeat to beat Croatia. Cristiano Ronaldo, who faced much criticism for failing to score in Germany over the summer, scored the 900th goal of his remarkable career in the win.

Ronaldo will no doubt fancy his chances in Lisbon tonight. Scotland have had a terrible spell since qualifying for the European Championships and face major challenges. Follow all the action LIVE with Standard Sport's dedicated match blog!

Latest news on Portugal vs. Scotland

• Kick-off time and venue: 19:45 BST; Estadio da Luz

• TV channel and live stream: ITV

• Portugal team news: Cristiano Ronaldo starts

• Scotland team news: Che Adams out

• Prediction: Portugal wins

Portugal vs Scotland: Nations League prediction today

17:19 , Jonathan Gorrie

It is difficult to imagine an out-of-form Scottish side, with such a run of bad luck and low on confidence, being able to stop this star-studded Portuguese side away from home, especially with Ronaldo once again on top form.

The hosts will then likely be looking at a comfortable win in Lisbon, and after the disappointing performance at Euro 2024, Clarke has a lot to ponder ahead of the further games against Croatia and Portugal in October.

Portugal wins 2-0.

News from Scotland vs Portugal

17:18 , Jonathan Gorrie

Torino striker Che Adams withdrew from Scotland's squad ahead of the match against Poland, as did Celtic duo James Forrest and Greg Taylor and Kilmarnock goalkeeper Robby McCrorie.

Dundee's Jon McCracken was called up instead, while Rangers midfielder Connor Barron and Sassuolo's Josh Doig were also included in the squad. Lyndon Dykes returned from injury, as did Ryan Gauld and Ben Doak, who both made their senior debuts as substitutes at Hampden.

Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney remains out with a thigh injury sustained at the Euros and Celtic captain Callum McGregor retired from international football last month. Out-of-contract Stuart Armstrong, Liam Cooper and Ryan Jack are among the other absentees from Steve Clarke's squad.

News from the Portugal vs Scotland team

17:17 , Jonathan Gorrie

Captain Ronaldo is expected to start again for the hosts under Roberto Martinez, while Nelson Semedo and Joao Neves could both start after starting on the bench for the Croatia game.

Goncalo Ramos is also among those absent from Portugal due to injury, and experienced defender Pepe has ended his football career at the age of 41.

Portugal vs Scotland: TV channels and live stream for the Nations League today

17:16 , Jonathan Gorrie

TV channels: In the UK, tonight's game will be shown live and free on ITV4, with coverage starting at 7:30pm.

Live stream: Fans can also watch a free live stream online via the ITVX website or app.

LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with Standard Sport dedicated match blog.

Welcome

16:49 , Jonathan Gorrie

Good evening and welcome to Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of Portugal’s Nations League match against Scotland tonight.

Kick-off at the Estadio da Luz is at 19:45 BST.