SCOTLAND U21s are looking to bounce back from defeat to Spain last time out with a win over bottom side Malta in Euros qualifying.

It’s a huge chance for Scotland to cement their spot in second, so SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest and selected the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.

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Malta U21 vs Scotland U21 preview

Scot Gemmill’s side went down at home to group leaders Spain on Friday night.

All three goals came in the final half hour as the Spanish look to have secured top spot and a space at next year’s Euros.

Scotland are now six points behind Spain with three games to play, so now turn their attentions to making sure they secure second spot.

Currently, the 13 points they’ve amassed is also the same as Belgium, though Scotland have three goals more in the goal difference column, with Hungary three further points behind.

Goal difference could be key, then. So a game against bottom side Malta – with zero points, three goals scored and 22 conceded after seven games – is the perfect opportunity to improve that column.

Malta U21 vs Scotland U21 latest odds

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Odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Malta U21 vs Scotland U21 prediction and tips

Goals chance

Scotland U21s are still in search of their best side at the minute, given the injuries and recent call-ups of some of their stars to the A team.

But they should still have more than enough for a Maltese side that were thumped 4-1 by Kazakhstan a few days ago.

Scotland not completely sure themselves at the back but there’s still a chance of a clean sheet here and they need to get that goal difference number up as that could prove critical.

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