Scotland ranked as outsiders for Euro 2020 group glory

Scotland’s hopes may be high after last night’s enthralling win on penalties took Steve Clarke’s side to the Euro 2020 finals – but the optimism is not shared by the bookmakers.
BELGRADE, SERBIA - NOVEMBER 12: Andy Robertson of Scotland celebrates with his team after his teams victory in the UEFA EURO 2020 Play-Off Final between Serbia and Scotland at Rajko Mitic Stadium on November 12, 2020 in Belgrade, Serbia. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images)BELGRADE, SERBIA - NOVEMBER 12: Andy Robertson of Scotland celebrates with his team after his teams victory in the UEFA EURO 2020 Play-Off Final between Serbia and Scotland at Rajko Mitic Stadium on November 12, 2020 in Belgrade, Serbia. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images)
BELGRADE, SERBIA - NOVEMBER 12: Andy Robertson of Scotland celebrates with his team after his teams victory in the UEFA EURO 2020 Play-Off Final between Serbia and Scotland at Rajko Mitic Stadium on November 12, 2020 in Belgrade, Serbia. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images)

Scotland are massive 250/1 shots to win the trophy at Wembley on July 11, and even progressing from the group would be an achievement – and lucrative for those who fancy the Tartan Army’s chances.

Betway rank Scotland’s chances of winning Group D at 14/1 – the same as the Czech Republic – and behind odds-on favourites England and Croatia (3/1).

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Steve Clarke’s side are biggest price at 300/1 for the tournament outright (Betfred), 80/1 to reach the final (BetVICTOR) and 16/1 for Group D (bet365).

Lyndon Dykes is a 250/1 shot to finish top scorer (PaddyPower) as is Leigh Griffiths.

Belgium are 11/ 2 favourites for the competition outright ahead of England (6/1) and Harry Kane is also 6/1 for top scorer award.