Belarus 0-2 Scotland Player Ratings: Andrew Robertson Rated 8.5/10 as Scotland Comfortably Wins

Scotland cruised to a comfortable 2-0 victory against Belarus in their WC Qualification Europe fixture. The match, which took place at the ZTE-Aréna, felt one-sided from the very beginning. From our perspective, the Tartan Army were in complete control and never looked truly troubled by the opposition.

The breakthrough came just before the halftime whistle. Che Adams found the back of the net in the 43rd minute, giving the Scotland national football team a deserved lead. The second half continued in a similar vein, with Scotland’s dominance sealed by an unfortunate own goal from Belarus defender Zakhar Volkov. It was a moment that summed up Belarus's frustrating night.

What stood out to us was how easily Scotland dictated the pace of the game. They created numerous chances and could have scored more. Belarus, on the other hand, spent most of the match defending and their goalkeeper was their busiest player by a country mile. It was a professional performance from the visitors who took all three points with ease.

Here are Belarus Vs Scotland Player Ratings

Belarus Player Ratings vs Scotland

Here are Belarus Player Ratings vs Scotland

Goalkeeper

Fedor Lapoukhov - 7.5: We thought he was Belarus's best player by far. He made six crucial saves, including four from inside the box, which prevented a complete blowout. Despite conceding two goals, one of which was an own goal, he can hold his head high. He was let down by the defenders in front of him. A very busy evening for the keeper.

Defenders

Pavel Zabelin - 6.5: He put in a decent defensive shift, making five clearances and a couple of interceptions. Zabelin even managed to create a chance going forward. However, he was part of a backline that was consistently under pressure and couldn't contain Scotland's attackers. He looked overwhelmed at times.

Egor Parkhomenko - 6.0: A mixed bag from the central defender. He managed seven clearances and wasn't afraid to get stuck in, winning a few duels. But he was also dribbled past twice and looked shaky when Scotland ran at him. He struggled to deal with the movement of Scotland's forwards.

Zakhar Volkov - 4.5: A disastrous night for the defender. Scoring an own goal is every player's nightmare, and it sealed his team's fate. Beyond that colossal error, he looked off the pace and his confidence seemed shot afterward. It's a performance he will want to forget very quickly.

Kirill Pechenin - 6.0: He tried to offer an outlet on the flank, whipping in eight crosses, but only three found their mark. He was a willing runner but lost possession 14 times. Defensively, he struggled against the pace and trickery of Scotland's wingers. An okay effort but lacked quality.

Sergey Karpovich - 5.5: Lasted only for the first half before being substituted. He had very little impact on the game, completing only two passes. He seemed to be a passenger and it was no surprise to us when he was hooked at halftime.

Midfielders

Maks Ebong - 6.0: The captain worked tirelessly in the middle of the park, but it was a thankless task. He recovered the ball six times and drew a few fouls. However, he couldn't get a foothold in the game as Scotland's midfield completely dominated proceedings. A lot of running with very little reward.

Maksim Myakish - 5.5: Another midfielder who struggled to make any sort of impression. He was largely anonymous before being substituted in the 65th minute. Lost possession too often and failed to provide any creative spark. The game just passed him by.

Vladislav Kalinin - 6.0: He showed plenty of fight, making five tackles and winning seven duels. His aggression did earn him a yellow card though. While his battling qualities were evident, he offered little on the ball and his passing was often wayward. A disruptive presence, but not much more.

Forwards

German Barkovskiy - 5.5: From our perspective, a very frustrating performance. He was a physical presence but was incredibly isolated upfront, losing a staggering 16 duels. He was caught offside twice and barely had a sniff at goal. He battled hard but lacked the quality to trouble Scotland's defence.

Evgeniy Malashevich - 5.0: A really poor showing. He was on the pitch for just 46 minutes and touched the ball only nine times. He lost possession on seven of those occasions. It was no surprise he was taken off at halftime. He was completely ineffective.

Substitutes

Trofim Melnichenko - 6.0: Came on at halftime but couldn't change the game's dynamic. Picked up a late yellow card for a clumsy challenge. He had one wild shot off target.

Vadim Pigas - 6.0: Replaced Karpovich at the break but had a quiet game. Did not offer the stability Belarus needed.

Valeri Gromyko - 6.0: Brought on for the final 25 minutes but the game was already lost by then.

Nikita Demchenko - N/A: Not enough time to make an impact.

Vladislav Malkevich - N/A: A late cameo with the game already decided.

Manager

C. Alós Ferrer - 5.0: His team was outclassed from start to finish. The tactics seemed negative and invited pressure, and his side offered almost no attacking threat. The substitutions he made had little to no effect on the outcome. A difficult day at the office for the Belarus manager.

Scotland Player Ratings vs Belarus

Here are Scotland Player Ratings vs Belarus

Goalkeeper

Angus Gunn - 7.0: It was a relatively quiet night for the Scotland keeper, but he did what was required of him. He made three saves to secure his clean sheet. His distribution was solid and he commanded his area well. A comfortable and assured performance.

Defenders

Andrew Robertson - 8.5: What a performance from the captain. From our view, he was the best player on the pitch. He was a constant menace down the left flank, creating three chances and delivering dangerous crosses. His passing was sublime, with 127 accurate passes. A true leader's display.

Scott McKenna - 7.5: A rock at the back. He won an impressive six of his eight aerial duels and was composed in possession. He made four clearances and was rarely troubled. A really strong and dominant defensive performance from him.

John Souttar - 7.5: He partnered McKenna well in central defence. Souttar was dominant in the air, winning six aerials, and his passing was crisp, completing 97 passes. He was aggressive and read the game intelligently, making a few key tackles. A very solid outing.

Max Johnston - 6.5: He provided good width on the right side and tried to get forward to support the attack. He put in six crosses, although the quality was inconsistent. Defensively he was sound and wasn't tested much. A decent performance before being substituted.

Midfielders

Scott McTominay - 8.0: A powerhouse in midfield. He provided the crucial headed assist for the opening goal. He was a constant threat, driving forward with the ball and winning his duels. He probably should have scored himself but his overall contribution was immense.

John McGinn - 7.5: A typically busy and effective performance from McGinn. He was neat and tidy in possession and created a big chance that should have been converted. He linked up play well between the midfield and attack. His energy was infectious.

Billy Gilmour - 8.0: He ran the show from the base of midfield. Gilmour dictated the tempo of the game with his incredible passing range, completing 71 passes. He was unlucky not to score, hitting the woodwork once. A classy and composed display.

Lewis Ferguson - 7.5: An all-action display. Ferguson was everywhere, contributing both defensively and offensively. He was calm on the ball, created two chances, and worked tirelessly for the team. A very impressive and mature performance.

Ben Doak - 7.0: A lively and exciting performance from the young winger. He was always looking to take on his man and cause problems. His decision-making could be better at times and he picked up a needless yellow card. But his raw talent is undeniable.

Forwards

Ché Adams - 8.0: He led the line brilliantly. He scored the vital opening goal with a classic poacher's finish. Adams was a constant handful for the Belarus defence, registering five shots with four on target. He worked hard and his movement was excellent.

Substitutes

Ryan Christie - 6.5: Came on for Doak and kept the pressure on the Belarus defence.

Aaron Hickey - 6.5: Slotted in seamlessly at wing-back and looked solid.

Lyndon Dykes - 6.0: Replaced the goalscorer Adams but had little time to get a clear chance.

Kenny McLean - 6.5: Brought on to see the game out and did his job effectively.

Lennon Miller - N/A: A very late substitute.

Manager

S. Clarke - 8.0: His game plan worked to perfection. He set his team up to dominate possession and they executed it flawlessly. The team selection was spot on, and they never looked in danger of dropping points. A very professional and well-managed victory for Scotland.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match is Andrew Robertson