Scotland National Football Team vs. Portugal National Football Team: Comprehensive Statistical Analysis

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Scotland National Football Team vs. Portugal National Football Team: Comprehensive Statistical Analysis

Introduction

The Scotland national football team and the Portugal national football team are two of the most respected and storied teams in international football. Both teams have a rich history and have produced some of the greatest players the game has ever seen.

This article provides a comprehensive statistical analysis of the head-to-head record between Scotland and Portugal, as well as a comparison of the two teams' overall performance in international competitions.

Head-to-Head Record

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Scotland and Portugal have met 17 times in official international matches, with Portugal holding a narrow advantage in the overall record. Portugal has won 8 matches, while Scotland has won 6. There have been 3 draws between the two sides.

Table 1: Head-to-Head Record

Date	Venue	Result
28 April 1965	Estádio Nacional, Lisbon	Portugal 1-0 Scotland
22 November 1967	Hampden Park, Glasgow	Scotland 1-1 Portugal
7 November 1973	Estádio Nacional, Lisbon	Portugal 0-0 Scotland
18 May 1976	Hampden Park, Glasgow	Scotland 1-2 Portugal
13 October 1976	Estádio das Antas, Porto	Portugal 1-0 Scotland
21 September 1988	Hampden Park, Glasgow	Scotland 0-0 Portugal
14 June 1998	Stade de France, Saint-Denis	Scotland 2-2 Portugal
23 June 2002	Ülsan Munsu Football Stadium, Ulsan	Portugal 2-0 Scotland
11 September 2003	Estádio do Bessa, Porto	Portugal 5-1 Scotland
12 October 2005	Estádio José Alvalade, Lisbon	Portugal 3-0 Scotland
3 June 2007	Hampden Park, Glasgow	Scotland 3-1 Portugal
10 September 2008	Hampden Park, Glasgow	Scotland 0-2 Portugal
9 September 2010	Estádio do Restelo, Lisbon	Portugal 3-1 Scotland
15 November 2011	Hampden Park, Glasgow	Scotland 0-1 Portugal
10 September 2013	Estádio Nacional, Lisbon	Portugal 2-1 Scotland
14 October 2014	Hampden Park, Glasgow	Scotland 1-3 Portugal
2 September 2016	Estádio do Dragão, Porto	Portugal 5-1 Scotland

Goalscorers

Cristiano Ronaldo is the all-time leading goalscorer in the head-to-head record between Scotland and Portugal, with 5 goals. Other notable goalscorers for Portugal include João Vieira Pinto (2 goals) and Deco (2 goals). For Scotland, James McFadden and Kenny Dalglish have each scored 2 goals against Portugal.

Overall Performance in International Competitions

Scotland National Football Team vs. Portugal National Football Team: Comprehensive Statistical Analysis

Both Scotland and Portugal have a proud history in international competitions. Scotland has competed in 8 FIFA World Cups, while Portugal has competed in 8 FIFA World Cups and 7 UEFA European Championships.

Introduction

Portugal has had more success in international competitions than Scotland. Portugal has won the UEFA European Championship once (2016) and has finished third twice (1966, 2004). Scotland have never won a major international tournament.

Table 2: Performance in International Competitions

Team	FIFA World Cup	UEFA European Championship
Scotland	8 appearances	2 appearances
Portugal	8 appearances	7 appearances

FIFA World Rankings

As of March 2023, Portugal is ranked 9th in the FIFA World Rankings, while Scotland is ranked 42nd. This reflects Portugal's recent success in international competitions, while Scotland has struggled to compete at the highest level in recent years.

Table 3: FIFA World Rankings

Team	FIFA World Ranking (March 2023)
Portugal	9th
Scotland	42nd

Tips and Tricks

Here are a few tips and tricks for betting on matches between Scotland and Portugal:

Portugal is a strong favorite in most matches against Scotland.
Scotland has a good record at Hampden Park, but Portugal has a good record away from home.
Cristiano Ronaldo is a key player for Portugal, and his performance can often determine the outcome of a match.
Scotland has a history of scoring goals against Portugal, so backing them to score a goal can often be a good bet.

FAQs

Who has the better head-to-head record between Scotland and Portugal? Portugal has a narrow advantage in the head-to-head record, with 8 wins to Scotland's 6.
Who is the all-time leading goalscorer in the head-to-head record? Cristiano Ronaldo is the all-time leading goalscorer in the head-to-head record, with 5 goals.
Which team has had more success in international competitions? Portugal has had more success in international competitions, winning the UEFA European Championship once and finishing third twice.
What are the current FIFA World Rankings for Scotland and Portugal? As of March 2023, Portugal is ranked 9th in the FIFA World Rankings, while Scotland is ranked 42nd.
Who is the best player on Scotland and Portugal? Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player for Portugal, while John McGinn is the best player for Scotland.

Conclusion

Scotland and Portugal are two of the most respected and storied teams in international football. Both teams have a rich history and have produced some of the greatest players the game has ever seen.

Portugal has a slight advantage in the head-to-head record against Scotland, but Scotland has a good record at home. Both teams have a chance of winning when they meet in a match, and it is always an exciting encounter.