Scotland vs Côte d'Ivoire Prediction & Betting Tips - International Friendlies
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by Thobelani Moyo | in Football Predictions
Scotland will be eager to secure their first win during this international break as part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations when they welcome the Ivory Coast at Hill Dickinson Stadium. The two sides had contrasting starts to their preparation matches. Here's our match prediction.
Both Scotland and the Ivory Coast have one more friendly fixture scheduled as they look to bring their international window to a close. The former qualified for the World Cup finals by topping Group C in the FIFA World Cup European qualifiers. Participation in the upcoming global showpiece will mark their first appearance since 1998.
After their last appearance in the World Cup in 2014, the Ivory Coast marked their return to the global stage by topping Group F in the Confederation of African Football (CAF) qualifiers. They did so by not conceding a single goal, a strong defense that was recently on show against South Korea in their first friendly match.
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Scotland v Côte d'Ivoire Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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3.45 | 3.25 | 2.09 |
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3.02 | 3.36 | 2.36 |
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3.13 | 3.38 | 2.29 |
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3 | 3.3 | 2.25 |
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3 | 3.3 | 2.34 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Scotland and Côte d'Ivoire?
Our prediction for the Scotland vs Côte d'Ivoire match is: BTTS.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 31/03/2026 between Scotland and Côte d'Ivoire in International Friendlies :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 36.44% for a win of Scotland against Côte d'Ivoire with odds of 3.5 at LSbet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Scotland vs Côte d'Ivoire is 10.61% with odds of 3.42 at 888Starz.
- Our prediction model gives a 52.95% chance ⭐ for a win of Côte d'Ivoire vs Scotland with odds of 2.36 at Melbet.
Scotland - Côte d'Ivoire Prediction and Best Odds:
| Scotland Côte d'Ivoire Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Côte d'Ivoire wins | 52.95% | 2.36 at Melbet |
| Over 2.5 goals | 64.15% | 2.17 at Melbet |
| Both Team To Score: No | 52.38% | |
| Half-time / Full-time: Côte d'Ivoire/Côte d'Ivoire | 20.21% | 4 at Bet365 |
Scotland vs Côte d'Ivoire Form
Scotland and Côte d'Ivoire Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
28 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
18 Nov 2025 - World Cup
15 Nov 2025 - World Cup
12 Oct 2025 - World Cup
9 Oct 2025 - World Cup
8 Sept 2025 - World Cup
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
28 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
18 Nov 2025 - World Cup
12 Oct 2025 - World Cup
9 Oct 2025 - World Cup
6 Jun 2025 - International Friendlies
23 Mar 2025 - UEFA Nations League
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Nov 2025 - World Cup
8 Sept 2025 - World Cup
5 Sept 2025 - World Cup
9 Jun 2025 - International Friendlies
20 Mar 2025 - UEFA Nations League
18 Nov 2024 - UEFA Nations League
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
28 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
10 Jan 2026 - AFCON
6 Jan 2026 - AFCON
31 Dec 2025 - AFCON
28 Dec 2025 - AFCON
24 Dec 2025 - AFCON
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
6 Jan 2026 - AFCON
28 Dec 2025 - AFCON
24 Dec 2025 - AFCON
14 Oct 2025 - World Cup
5 Sept 2025 - World Cup
24 Mar 2025 - World Cup
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
28 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
10 Jan 2026 - AFCON
31 Dec 2025 - AFCON
18 Nov 2025 - International Friendlies
14 Nov 2025 - International Friendlies
10 Oct 2025 - World Cup
Scotland - Côte d'Ivoire: Form Analysis
Scotland faced a tough test in their first preparatory match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They were pitted against the 2022 last 16 participants, Japan.
In their own backyard, they found themselves on the receiving end of a narrow 1-0 defeat. This result ended a three-match winning streak on home soil.
The Tartan Army will be aiming to return to winning ways in this fixture against the Ivory Coast. They've crossed paths with African teams five times against Egypt, South Africa, and Nigeria. Their record is unappealing with just one win during that period (D1, L3).
The Tartan Army is struggling against African teams. Are we in for another defeat?
Ivory Coast kicked off their 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations on a high note. Their first encounter was against Asian giants South Korea, and they secured a commanding 4-0 win in Milton Keynes.
It was their third international match of 2026 after beating Burkina Faso 3-0 before suffering a 3-2 defeat against Egypt. Both matches came in the Africa Cup of Nations, with the latter defeat occurring in the quarter-finals.
The Elephants' form has been consistent away from home. Besides winning three of their last four outings, they've suffered just two losses in their last eight matches.
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Players list
L. Kelly
DefenderJ. Souttar
A. Robertson
K. Tierney
R. McCrorie
D. Hyam
MidfielderB. Gilmour
R. Christie
S. Mctominay
ForwardG. Hirst
C. Adams
A. Lafont
DefenderW. Singo
O. Kossounou
O. Diomande
G. Konan
MidfielderC. Inao Oulai
B. Toure
B. Traore
F. Kessie
ForwardS. Wahi
N. Pepe
Substitutes
A. Gunn
S. Bain
N. Patterson
S. McKenna
T. Ralston
J. Hendry
MidfielderL. Ferguson
L. Miller
A. Irving
J. McGinn
K. McLean
F. Curtis
T. Conway
L. Dykes
Y. Fofana
M. Kone
DefenderE. Ndicka
G. Doue
E. Agbadou
C. Akpa
MidfielderA. Diallo
P. Guiagon
M. Godo
I. Sangare
J. Seri
S. Fofana
ForwardE. Guessand
S. Adingra
Scotland & Côte d'Ivoire Squad Analysis
Scotland offered little to nothing in their recent match against Japan, and head coach Steve Clarke will be forced to experiment by rotating his squad that lost.
There are still a few players expected to retain their places, with Scott McTominay being one of them. The 29-year-old is Napoli's second top scorer in the 2025-26 Serie A season with seven goals and three assists.
He came close to extending his 15th international goal in 67 appearances but was denied by Zion Suzuki's save in the opening eight minutes of the first half.
Scott McTominay is searching for his 15th international goal. Will Ivory Coast be his lucky charm?
Ivory Coast is also likely to allow some fringe players to impress. Franck Kessie was on the bench in the team's win over South Korea. However, the central midfielder should be restored to the starting lineup for this encounter.
The Manchester United forward Amad Diallo could also be handed a start off the bench after providing an assist in the dying embers of the game, leading to the team's fourth goal.
Diallo has contributed to three goal involvements in his last three international matches and could play a pivotal role in the team's success once again this Tuesday.
Scotland - Côte d'Ivoire Key Points
- Scotland have seen both teams score in four of their last five matches.
- Ivory Coast have scored in each of their last seven matches.
- Scotland have seen both teams score in four of their last five home matches.
- Ivory Coast have seen both teams score in two of their last three away matches.
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Our Scotland vs Côte d'Ivoire Prediction
Scotland come into their penultimate international friendly aiming to secure their first win. They face an African opposition that, in past fixtures, have made life difficult for them. Their defense has not been reliable, having conceded a goal in each of their last five matches.
They'll likely concede here against a side that is riding high on confidence. Ivory Coast are out to build on their 4-0 away victory against South Korea to register their second straight win. Don't expect a clean sheet from a side that has only maintained two shutouts in five games. Our Scotland vs Ivory Coast prediction: BTTS.
Scotland vs Côte d'Ivoire Alternative Predictions
Côte d'Ivoire wins
Last Minute: Pre-match odds analysis Scotland Côte d'Ivoire
| Scotland vs Côte d'Ivoire | Opening odds | Pre-match odds | Odds Movements |
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| Scotland wins | 2.4 | 3.5 | +45.8% |
| Draw | 3.4 | 3.42 | +0.6% |
| Côte d'Ivoire wins | 2.8 | 2.36 | -15.7% |
After kick-off, the latest odds movements show that:
- Côte d'Ivoire is most likely to win
- The odds for this bet have decreased by 15.7% since opening
- The probability of this result was 35.7% and is now 42.4% (6.7%)
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
