Slovenia vs Scotland begins the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League campaign for both teams on Saturday, September 26, with the Group B1 fixture taking place at Stadion Stožice in Ljubljana.
Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. local time in Slovenia.
That is 9 a.m. Eastern time and 6 a.m. Pacific time in Canada and the United States.
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Slovenia vs Scotland match details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | 2026-27 UEFA Nations League |
| Group | B1 |
| Date | Saturday, September 26, 2026 |
| Venue | Stadion Stožice, Ljubljana |
| Kickoff | 3 p.m. local time; 9 a.m. ET; 6 a.m. PT |
UEFA lists the match as the first fixture in Group B1, with the other opening-day game sending North Macedonia to face Switzerland.
The four-team group will determine promotion, relegation and playoff positioning under the Nations League format.
What is at stake in Group B1
The opening match gives Slovenia and Scotland an early opportunity to collect points before the schedule becomes compressed.
Each side is due to play six group-stage matches between September and November.
Scotland will host Switzerland on Tuesday, September 29, before travelling to North Macedonia on Saturday, October 3.
Slovenia faces North Macedonia at home on September 29 and then visits Switzerland on October 3.
The return fixture between Scotland and Slovenia is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, at Scotland’s home ground.
The group stage concludes in November, when Scotland plays North Macedonia and Switzerland while Slovenia meets Switzerland and North Macedonia.
Scotland starts a new Nations League campaign
Scotland enters the match after being drawn into League B Group 1 alongside Slovenia, Switzerland and North Macedonia.
The Scottish Football Association confirmed the away opener in Ljubljana after the February 2026 draw.
The match also marks the opening competitive fixture of a new period for the Scotland team, which is preparing for a busy international schedule after qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Nations League provides six competitive matches before the tournament’s knockout and playoff stages are decided.
For Slovenia, the fixture is the first of six opportunities to build a position in a group that includes three opponents with different styles and recent international experience.
The Slovenian football federation has confirmed Stožice Stadium as the venue and listed a 3 p.m. start.
Head-to-head record favours Scotland
UEFA’s match information lists Scotland with two wins against Slovenia, while the teams have drawn three times.
Scotland has scored seven goals in those meetings compared with three for Slovenia.
That record provides historical context, but it does not determine the opening match.
Both teams begin the new Nations League group with no points, and the fixture is being played in Ljubljana rather than Scotland.
What happens after the opener
The Nations League schedule leaves little time between the first and second rounds.
Scotland returns home to play Switzerland on September 29, while Slovenia remains at home to meet North Macedonia on the same day.
The next round of matches on October 3 will send Scotland to Skopje and Slovenia to Switzerland.
The teams then meet again three days later in Glasgow, creating a quick two-match sequence between the same nations.
With the group phase running through November 17, the result in Ljubljana will be an early indicator of how tightly contested Group B1 may become.
UEFA’s published schedule confirms that the final group matches will be played on November 16 for Slovenia and Scotland.
Where the match is being played
Stadion Stožice is Slovenia’s national football stadium in Ljubljana and will host the opening meeting.
UEFA lists the venue and match officials for the fixture, with Romanian referee Horațiu Feșnic appointed to take charge.
For Canadian viewers, the early start means the match is scheduled for 9 a.m. Eastern time, 8 a.m. Central time, 7 a.m. Mountain time and 6 a.m. Pacific time, subject to any broadcaster-specific schedule changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Slovenia vs Scotland?
The match is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026.
What time does Slovenia vs Scotland start in Canada?
Kickoff is set for 9 a.m. Eastern time, 8 a.m. Central, 7 a.m. Mountain and 6 a.m. Pacific.
Where will Slovenia vs Scotland be played?
The match will be played at Stadion Stožice in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
What competition is Slovenia vs Scotland part of?
It is a 2026-27 UEFA Nations League Group B1 match.
Who else is in Slovenia and Scotland’s Nations League group?
Switzerland and North Macedonia are the other two teams in Group B1.
Fact-Checked: Key match details, scheduling information, group composition, venue and head-to-head figures were checked against UEFA and national football federation information.
Disclaimer: Kickoff and broadcast details may be changed by UEFA or the relevant rights holder before the match.