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Scotland v Portugal LIVE: Latest scores and goal updates as the Scots take on Cristiano Ronaldo in the Nations League

Scotland v Portugal LIVE: Latest scores and goal updates as the Scots take on Cristiano Ronaldo in the Nations League

(Action images via Reuters)

Scotland are desperate to end their losing streak as Hampden face Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo in the Nations League.

Steve Clarke's side are on a “tough” nine-game winning streak, but defeat to Croatia on Saturday means the Tartan Army will have to lose five games in a row for the first time in their history if the result doesn't go their way runs in Glasgow this evening.

The Scots have been hit by an injury crisis and a series of last-minute misfortunes. After defeats to Poland and Portugal last month, Clarke's side then scored the stoppage-time equalizer that would have salvaged a 2-2 draw with Croatia, which was ruled out for offside in Zagreb.

This means Scotland is facing relegation from the top division of the Nations League, but a win against Portugal and Ronaldo would significantly ease the gloomy mood.

The game will not be televised live as ITV has not taken over the broadcast rights, and can only be viewed on Viaplay International's YouTube channel. Follow live updates from Scotland vs Portugal in the Nations League below:

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 34 minutes

Ronaldo makes a better connection with a header but can't get it between the burly Grant Hanley and John Souttar.

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:23 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 32 minutes

Cristiano Ronaldo throws himself into the air and does an overhead kick, but it goes rather wrong. Apparently the striker was also whistled for a free kick.

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:21 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 30 minutes

The accompanying fans increase the noise, beating their drums and clapping in Icelandic Viking style, which is a bit reminiscent of 2016. Nevertheless, one can understand the Portuguese fans who want to remember this golden summer.

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:20 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 27 minutes

A yellow card for Scott McTominay, who competes a little more loosely against Bruno Fernandes. He takes the ball, but it was a little clumsy from the midfielder, who gets back at his former colleague.

It doesn't matter because Cristiano Ronaldo and Nuno Mendes take the free kick with complete arrogance.

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:17 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 25 minutes

And this could be an opportunity for Ronaldo and his fellow strikers – Francisco Conceicao takes a free kick as some lovely feet reach in from the right side.

Nuno Mendes and Bruno Fernandes are above it… and Craig Gordon has to fend off the former's bending attempt!

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:14 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 23 minutes

Incidentally, this is Cristiano Ronaldo's 200th start for Portugal, 21 years after his first appearance.

(Action images via Reuters)

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:13 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 20 minutes

Christie's left post is fully functional again as he fires a half-volley towards goal. The connection is good, but the direction is too straight for Diogo Costa to touch the ball and collect.

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:09 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 19 minutes

Ryan Christie writhes in pain after Diogo Jota rams his studs into the back of the Scot's foot. Jota is a little perplexed when referee Lawrence Visser reaches into his bag – not much in it, but he was second to the ball.

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:07 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 15 minutes

Billy Gilmour and Co. wipe out a corner routine, ending the danger for the time being.

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:04 p.m

Scotland – Portugal 0-0, 14 minutes

Anthony Ralston's shins are used to deflect Nuno Mendes' cross as Scotland begin to drop a little deeper under the Portuguese's first sustained pressure. Shortly afterwards, the retreating Ryan Christie has no choice but to head behind at the far post.

Harry Latham CoyleOctober 15, 2024 8:03 p.m

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