Slovenia vs Scotland

Slovenia enter this encounter without a win in their newest two listed matches, having lost 1:2 to Croatia in June following a 1:1 draw with Cyprus. Over the four matches where we hold statistics, Andraž Šporar has provided one goal and one assist, while Timi Max Elšnik also recorded one goal. Goalkeeper Igor Vekić has made six saves across two matches, conceding twice. Slovenia have struggled for possession, typically seeing clearly less of the ball than their opponents. Scotland also arrive without a win in their newest two matches, suffering consecutive defeats to Morocco and Brazil in June. Lawrence Shankland leads their attacking contributions with three goals and one assist over four matches, while goalkeeper Angus Gunn has been active with 11 saves in four matches. The best-rated player for Scotland over these matches was Angus Gunn, followed by Lawrence Shankland and Findlay Curtis. Scotland have generally been about even on the ball across their recent outings.

• Scotland's Lawrence Shankland with three goals over the listed matches against Slovenia's goalkeeper Igor Vekić who has two goals conceded in two matches
• Slovenia averaged 10 shots per match compared to Scotland's 14 shots per match over the covered matches
• Slovenia have conceded five goals in the second half across their four matches with available data

Scotland appear better placed given their goalscoring record over the listed matches, featuring Lawrence Shankland who has contributed three goals over the listed matches. Slovenia, led by top-rated Timi Max Elšnik over the listed matches, have found clean sheets difficult to come by. While both sides have experienced inconsistent runs, Scotland's ability to maintain a share of possession suggests they could edge this match.

No head-to-head records or injury reports are available for this fixture, leaving the historical context and squad availability unknown.