SCOTLAND are on the brink of history as they gear up for a massive World Cup qualifier against Greece in Athens.
Steve Clarke’s men have been in sensational form throughout their Group C campaign, and after a hard-fought win over the Greeks at Hampden last month, they now stand just two games away from booking their place at the 2026 World Cup in North America.
The Tartan Army will travel in their thousands to the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium — the intimidating home of Olympiacos — where Clarke’s side will face a Greek team playing only for pride after crashing out of qualification contention.
Scotland go into the clash level on points with Denmark at the top of Group C, with both sides locked in a straight fight for the automatic qualification spot.
Clarke’s men are already guaranteed a play-off, but finishing first would seal a World Cup place outright — and that’s the target.
And after going unbeaten in their first four games in the group, the Scots have every reason to believe they can take another giant step toward the world’s biggest stage.
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Greece won’t make it easy, though. Under boss Ivan Jovanovic, they’ve been stubborn at home — albeit losing 3-0 to England and Denmark — and will be desperate to put on a show for their fans — even if qualification is out of reach.
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of this crucial clash in Athens.
What time does Greece vs Scotland kick off?
- Scotland take on Greece on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
- Kick-off is 7.45pm UK time.
- The match takes place at the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium in Piraeus, Athens, home of Olympiacos.
What TV channel is Greece vs Scotland on and can I live stream it?
- Good news for fans — the game is will be free-to-air live on BBC One Scotland.
- Coverage begins at 7.15pm – half an hour before kick off.
- You can live stream the match on the BBC iPlayer or via the BBC Sport website.
- Commentary will also be available on BBC Radio Scotland.
- Alternatively, you can follow all the action with SunSport’s LIVE blog.
Team news
Steve Clarke had to make a number of changes to his squad amid various injury concerns.
Billy Gilmour, Lennon Miller and Ross McCrorie have had to pull out after picking up knocks, but Andy Irving and Connor Barron have been called up in place.
Angus Gunn will not be the man between the sticks in Athens or against Denmark after suffering an injury himself, forcing Clarke to call up Scott Bain instead.
Greece boss Ivan Jovanovic has a few headaches ahead of the clash as well.
Star midfielder Kostas Fortounis is suspended, while Fotis Ioannidis and Giannis Konstantelias will miss out through injury.
Latest odds
Greece – 23/20
Draw – 21/10
Scotland – 21/10
*Latest odds correct from Sky Bet as of Monday, November 10.
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