
Scotland Edge Belarus 2–1 with Adams and McTominay Goals

GeokHub
Contributing Writer
Scotland secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Belarus in their latest qualifying match, thanks to first-half strikes from Ryan Adams and Scott McTominay. The win reinforces Scotland’s push in their group and delivers a morale boost ahead of tougher fixtures.
Adams broke the deadlock in the 22nd minute, capitalizing on a loose ball inside the penalty area and slotting it past the Belarus goalkeeper. Ten minutes later, McTominay doubled Scotland’s advantage with a powerful drive from outside the box that left the keeper with no chance.
Belarus revived their hopes midway through the second half when Yegor Prutsev curled a precise free-kick into the top corner in the 65th minute. Despite dominating possession in other stretches, they couldn’t find the equalizer against a resilient Scottish defense that absorbed pressure and frustrated their attackers.
Scotland manager praised the balance and composure of his side, saying the win underscores their ability to manage both offense and defense under pressure. For Belarus, the result is a setback in their qualifying campaign, though their spirit and attacking intent were evident.
The victory boosts Scotland’s standing in the group and gives them momentum as they eye further points toward securing qualification.