UEFA EURO 2024 Group Stage
15 June, 2024 - Indian Date
Allianz Arena
MATCH TIMES
India
12:30 AM
UAE
11:00 PM
Saudi Arabia
09:45 PM
MATCH LIVE INFO
Germany possible starting lineup: Neuer; Kimmich, Tah, Rudiger, Mittelstadt; Kroos, Andrich; Musiala, Gundogan, Wirtz; Havertz
Scotland possible starting lineup: Gunn; Hendry, Hanley, Tierney; Ralston, McTominay, Gilmour, Robertson; McGinn, Christie; Shankland
Match Preview
As fans flock to the Allianz Arena in Munich for the much-anticipated Euro 2024 opener, hosts Germany will face off against Scotland in Group A. For Germany, this tournament is a crucial opportunity to overcome recent disappointments and restore their reputation in European football. Under the guidance of Julian Nagelsmann, who is familiar with the Allianz Arena from his time at Bayern Munich, Germany aims to make a strong start to their campaign.
Since the departure of Joachim Low after Euro 2020, Germany has been on a mission to rebuild. Their 2022 World Cup campaign under Hansi Flick was a significant letdown, but recent friendly matches have shown promise. In 2024, Germany has achieved three wins and one draw in friendlies, defeating notable teams like France and the Netherlands. This performance has positioned them as favorites in a group that also includes Hungary and Switzerland. However, the lack of competitive action since the World Cup presents a challenge, as Germany has not played a meaningful match since their 4-2 win over Costa Rica in the 2022 World Cup.
Germany’s record in hosting major tournaments is impressive, having reached the semi-finals in their last three hosted events. With titles in 1972, 1980, and 1996, they aim to rekindle past glories.
Scotland, on the other hand, comes with more modest ambitions. Despite their limited success in the Euros, with just nine matches played at the finals, their recent qualification campaign showed moments of brilliance. They managed a remarkable five-match winning streak, including a victory over Spain, before their form dipped. However, their overall recent record is less encouraging, with only one win in their last nine matches.
The historical head-to-head between Germany and Scotland also favors the hosts, with Germany winning their most recent encounters, including Euro 2016 qualifiers.
As the tournament kicks off, Germany looks to capitalize on their home advantage and historical strength, while Scotland hopes to defy the odds and make a significant impact on the European stage.
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