Scotland v Denmark: Kick-off time, team news, manager quotes and live TV information
All of the information you need ahead of Scotland's crucial World Cup qualifier with Denmark.
Scotland face a World Cup showdown with Denmark as both countries look to secure their place at next summer’s finals in North America.
With just 90 minutes to go in the group stages, Scotland know a win over the Danes at Hampden Park will bring an end to their long wait to secure a place at the World Cup finals after not appearing at the tournament since 1998. However, a draw or defeat would mean any thoughts of automatic qualification would go out of the window and Steve Clarke’s men would be left facing a play-off tie.
However, the mood remains positive as Denmark’s surprise home draw with Belarus ensured they failed to take full advantage of Scotland’s defeat in Greece on Saturday night and that combination of results set up an eagerly anticipated clash at Hampden Park.
Where and when does Scotland v Denmark take place?
Scotland will wrap up the group stage of their qualifiers with a home clash against Denmark. The game takes place at Hampden Park on Tuesday, November 18 and kick-off has been scheduled for 7.45pm.
What has Steve Clarke said about Scotland v Denmark?
Speaking after Saturday’s defeat in Greece, the Scotland boss said: “Some people might be happy with the improved performance but I'm disappointed with the result because they are what qualifies you for a tournament. We got a lucky break, Belarus got a result in Denmark and that gives us everything to play for on Tuesday.
“I said to the players we have to believe in ourselves a little bit more because when we play we’re a good team. That last 15/20 minutes of the game, we put a very good Greece side to the sword. We looked like the the good team that I know we are, but we have to show that more often. I think it (Denmark’s draw with Belarus) proves that the last game at Hampden when we got booed off the pitch, maybe the three points were better than people thought. It's nice that they've done us a favour.”
What is the latest team news ahead of Scotland v Denmark?
Midfield duo Billy Gilmour and Lennon Miller both withdrew from the squad ahead of Greece game after picking up injuries and they were followed by goalkeeper Angus Gunn. That means veteran Craig Gordon is likely to remain between the sticks for one of Scotland’s biggest games for a number of years. Denmark will hope Rasmus Hojlund and Joachim Andersen can overcome a virus - but Morten Hjulmand appears to be close to a return.