Clash of Titans: Spain vs Scotland - Battle for Euro 2024 Qualification intensifies!

Scotland manager Steve Clarke is confident that his team can secure qualification for Euro 2024 if they stick to their own style of play against Spain. With an outstanding campaign so far, the Scots have clinched five wins out of five and only need a draw in Seville to guarantee their spot in Germany next summer.

Scott McTominay's brace proved to be a game-changer as they shocked the Spaniards with an impressive 2-0 victory at Hampden Park in March. Clarke firmly believes in another stellar performance from his team on Thursday night, acknowledging that a combination of faith and strategic planning is crucial.

The players must translate the training ground discussions into action on the field; they must strive to perform at their highest level. We need to execute our game plan to the best of our abilities, which I believe will be sufficient to yield positive results from the match.

The Spaniards were displeased following their loss in Glasgow, as Manchester City midfielder Rodri criticized Scotland's style of play as "rubbish" football.

Clarke anticipates a more formidable challenge in their upcoming match, as Luis de la Fuente, who took over from Luis Enrique last December, will be leading the Spanish team for the seventh time.

"I believe that when we faced them in March, we were likely experiencing a slight period of transition between the former coach and the new coach," he remarked.

"It seems that they had a disappointing World Cup campaign, so perhaps we encountered them at an opportune moment."

"We know we have to be very, very good to get a positive result."

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Clarke is on the verge of leading Scotland to back-to-back Euros

Scotland is on the verge of qualifying for consecutive European Championships after coach Clarke successfully ended their 23-year absence by guiding them to Euro 2020. The former Kilmarnock and West Brom manager emphasized the team's desire to secure qualification as swiftly as they can.

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"If we manage to complete the task, it would be wonderful; if not, we still have two additional opportunities in November.

"We have obtained these chances due to our exceptional performance in the group stage. With 15 points secured from five games, we have had a commendable start."

"We know we have to get more points to go over the line.

"Do I think this team will finish the group on 15 points? No, I think we'll get more points, whether that's Thursday or in November."

How can Scotland reach Euro 2024?

Alternatively, if the results do not go in Scotland's favor, they still have a chance to qualify on October 15. In this scenario, qualification will be possible if Spain manages to avoid defeat against Norway.

Despite not securing a place at the Euros, Clarke's team is aware that a victory in Georgia on November 16th would suffice for the upcoming qualifiers. Currently leading Group A with a perfect record of five wins, Scotland holds a comfortable six-point lead over Spain, who have played one less match.

Scotland Squad

As for the defenders, they consist of Liam Cooper, Jack Hendry, Aaron Hickey, Scott McKenna, Nathan Patterson, Ryan Porteous, Andy Robertson, John Souttar, and Greg Taylor.

Midfielders: Stuart Armstrong, Lewis Ferguson, Billy Gilmour, John McGinn, Callum McGregor, Kenny McLean, Scott McTominay.

Forwards: Ryan Christie, Lyndon Dykes, Che Adams, Jacob Brown.

Scotland's upcoming fixtures

October 17: France (a), friendly, 8pm

November 16: Georgia (a), Euro 2024 qualifier, kick-off 5pm

November 19: Norway (h), Euro 2024 qualifier, kick-off 7.45pm