Scotland vs Japan: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 March

Scotland

W L W W W

No standing data

0-1

28/03/2026 13:00

Japan

W W W D L

No standing data

International Friendly

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Scotland vs Japan on 28 March 2026 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Scotland vs Japan preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Japan to win with probability 41%.
Head-to-head history favors Japan, who have won 1 of the last 2 meetings. Scotland have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

13:00

2026-03-28

Scotland vs Japan - Prediction & Odds

Scotland

Japan

2026-03-28 13:00

STANDINGS UP TO 28/03/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Scotland and Japan in the International Friendly football standings for the 2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

10/10/2009 06:20

Japan

2 - 0

Scotland

INT CF

13/05/2006 06:20

Japan

0 - 0

Scotland

KIR Cup

Scotland

Draw

50%

Japan

50%

Scotland Last 6 matches

18/11/2025 15:45

Scotland 4 - 2 Denmark WCPEU

15/11/2025 15:45

Greece 3 - 2 Scotland WCPEU

12/10/2025 12:00

Scotland 2 - 1 Belarus WCPEU

09/10/2025 14:45

Scotland 3 - 1 Greece WCPEU

08/09/2025 14:45

Belarus 0 - 2 Scotland WCPEU

05/09/2025 14:45

Denmark 0 - 0 Scotland WCPEU

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Japan

18/11/2025 06:15

Japan 3 - 0 Bolivia KIR Cup

14/11/2025 06:20

Japan 2 - 0 Ghana KIR Cup

14/10/2025 06:30

Japan 3 - 2 Brazil KIR Cup

10/10/2025 06:20

Japan 2 - 2 Paraguay KIR Cup

09/09/2025 19:30

USA 2 - 0 Japan INT FRL

06/09/2025 22:00

Mexico 0 - 0 Japan INT FRL

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues International Friendly

Played games

Scotland

Japan

Goals

Scored

119

Avg. per game

1.43

Conceded

108

Avg. per game

1.30

Scored

222

Avg. per game

2.64

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 83 matches

YesNo

60 (72%)23 (28%)

In last 83 matches

NoYes

72 (86%)12 (14%)

Scotland

Recent matches

Japan

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Scotland

Japan

Shots

Scotland

Total shots

11.96 avg / game

Blocked

197 total

Avg. 3.23

Japan

Total shots

13.46 avg / game

Blocked

91 total

Avg. 2.94

Scotland Pass Japan

Total passes

27856

Avg. 464 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

20316

Avg. 508 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Scotland

Played games

Japan

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

Clean sheets

0.55

4.35

361

Corners

443

5.27

13.35

1108

Throw-ins

494

5.88

1.04

Offsides

134

1.60

2.17

180

GK saves

122

1.45

Scotland

DISCIPLINARY

Japan

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.33

110

0.76

0.01

0.00

9.42

782

Fouls

983

11.70

8.30

689

Tackles

419

4.99

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How We Build the Scotland vs Japan Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Scotland vs Japan on 28 March 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this International Friendly fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Scotland vs Japan Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Scotland's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Japan's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

International Friendly Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live International Friendly standings and the International Friendly form table to understand exactly where Scotland and Japan sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our International Friendly predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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