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Scotland Target October Home Sweep to Keep World Cup Bid in Their Hands

Assistant coach Steven Naismith cites improved club minutes as confidence grows after March’s Hampden loss to Greece.

Overview

  • Scotland host Greece on Thursday and Belarus on Sunday at Hampden Park in World Cup qualifying.
  • Naismith says the goal is maximum points this month to ensure qualification remains under Scotland’s control.
  • Steve Clarke’s side opened Group C with four points, drawing 0-0 away to Denmark before a 2-0 win over Belarus in Hungary.
  • Coaches highlight stronger form and playing time across the squad, with a note of concern over limited recent club minutes for the goalkeepers.
  • The run-in concludes in November with Greece away followed by Denmark at home, increasing the value of results in this week’s double-header.