Scotland begin their UEFA Nations League campaign this weekend with an away fixture against Slovenia at the Stadion Stozice in Ljubljana. Kick-off is scheduled for 2pm UK time on Saturday, September 26, which is 3pm local time. The stadium has a capacity of just over 16,000. This is the first match of the international break for both sides as they look to make a positive start to their group campaigns.
TV channel and live stream in the UK
Fans in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on terrestrial television via BBC One and BBC One Scotland. Coverage begins at 1.45pm, offering 15 minutes of build-up before the action starts. Viewers with a valid TV licence can watch for free without any additional subscriptions.
The match is also available to stream live and for free on the BBC iPlayer app and the BBC Sport website. The stream can be cast to a smart TV or watched on mobile, tablet or desktop. Viewers will need to log in to iPlayer or set up a free account if they do not already have one. Full live audio commentary of the match is available on BBC Radio Scotland.
How to watch in the United States
In the United States, the Nations League clash is being broadcast live on FOX Sports, which holds the current broadcasting rights for the competition. Extra streaming options are available on platforms including Fubo and ViX. Kick-off is at 9am ET and 6am PT.
Team news and injury updates
Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli is facing several injury setbacks ahead of his first match in charge. Celtic left-back Kieran Tierney and Norwich City captain Kenny McLean have both been ruled out after picking up knocks in their weekend club matches. Uncapped Blackburn Rovers midfielder Kristi Montgomery has been called up to the senior squad as a replacement. Scott McTominay is also missing as he recovers from minor heart surgery, while an adductor strain has prevented Che Adams from linking up with the squad.
Slovenia have been dealt a major blow with Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko ruled out, while Zan Zaletel and Nik Prelec are also missing.
Head-to-head record
Scotland have never lost in five previous meetings with Slovenia, though they have won only two of those games. The encounters between the two sides have been tight, most notably during the 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign when they were in the same group. Scotland secured a 1-0 home victory at Hampden Park in March 2017 thanks to a Chris Martin goal, but the reverse fixture in Ljubljana in October 2017 ended in a 2-2 draw, a result that ended Scotland's hopes of reaching the World Cup play-offs.
