Scotland sit top of Group C after that narrow win over Haiti and they won't be fazed by Morocco's reputation. Their recent results show real momentum with three straight victories before this one, including a 4-0 thrashing of Bolivia. Morocco managed just a draw against Brazil in their opener and have looked a touch blunt in attack lately.
The single previous meeting dates back to 1998 when Morocco ran out 3-0 winners but that was a different era and these sides have no recent history to draw on. Scotland's defensive setup should suit them here with Andy Robertson leading from the back and John McGinn carrying that form from the Haiti game into this one.
Billy Gilmour misses out through injury while Scott McKenna and Scott McTominay carry doubts which could force adjustments in midfield. Morocco have Abde Ezzalzouli ruled out for the tournament and Yassine Bounou is a doubt after picking up a shoulder issue. Their predicted lineup leans on Achraf Hakimi for width and Sofyan Amrabat to anchor things but the attack lacks its usual spark without the injured forward.
Both teams are expected to line up in variations of 4-3-3 with Scotland likely relying on Lawrence Shankland or Ché Adams up top to stretch the play. Morocco hold a slight edge on paper according to most previews yet Scotland's counter threat makes this anything but straightforward. Group C standings after the first round of matches put Scotland on three points and Morocco on one which adds extra weight to the result here at Boston Stadium.
Expect a tight low scoring affair where possession goes Morocco's way but clear chances stay scarce. Scotland's form in the build up suggests they can nick something if they stay compact and hit on the break with McGinn pulling strings.
Recommended Bets
Under 2.5 goals @1.85 — both sides have produced low scoring games recently and the preview context points to a tight encounter.
Scotland draw no bet @2.10 — they sit first in the group after a win and have momentum from three victories in their last five outings.
Morocco under 1.5 team goals @1.75 — their attack has been held in check in the last two matches and key forward Ezzalzouli is out.
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