As the final round of fixtures in Group A of Euro 2024 approaches, the stakes couldn’t be higher for Scotland and Hungary. Both teams are desperate for a victory to keep their hopes of advancing to the knockout stages alive. After a rocky start, the anticipation is palpable as these two sides gear up for a decisive clash that will determine their fate in the tournament.
Scotland’s Resurgence
Scotland, managed by the determined Steve Clarke, managed to break their points duck with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Switzerland in Cologne. This performance was a breath of fresh air for their passionate supporters, especially after the morale-crushing 5-1 defeat to Germany in their opening match. Clarke’s unique blend of “cuddles and kicked backsides” seemed to do the trick, but the Scots face a daunting challenge ahead. Key defender Kieran Tierney was stretchered off during the Swiss game, ruling him out of this crucial fixture. Nevertheless, history beckons for Scotland, which stands on the brink of qualifying for the knockout stages of a major tournament for the first time after 11 failed attempts.
Hungary’s Struggles
On the other hand, Hungary, widely tipped as a dark horse for this tournament, has struggled to live up to expectations. Despite losing only one of their 16 matches leading up to the Euros (W10, D5), Marco Rossi’s side has suffered two-goal defeats in both of their matches so far. The Magyars are down but not out and will be looking to draw inspiration from their impressive showing at the last Euros, where they nearly escaped a group of deaths containing France, Portugal, and Germany.
Germany once again proved to be Hungary’s tormentors, defeating them 2-0 and leaving Rossi fuming over what he perceived as refereeing “double standards.” Bouncing back from such a result will be challenging, especially as Hungary must end an eight-match winless streak at the Euros (D4, L4), with three of those defeats seeing them fail to score.
Players to Watch
For Scotland, midfielder Scott McTominay has become a crucial player. His goal against Switzerland made him the sixth Scotland player to score at the Euros, joining an exclusive club where all members have surnames beginning with ‘Mc’! Hungary will be banking on their captain, Dominik Szoboszlai, to deliver. The team has not lost when Szoboszlai has scored since September 2019 (W8, D1).
Prediction
This match promises to be a thrilling contest, with everything on the line. Scotland will be buoyed by their recent draw and the chance to make history, while Hungary will be fighting to salvage their tournament and end their Euro winless streak. Expect a closely fought battle with Scotland edging it out with a 2-1 victory, thanks to their newfound resilience and McTominay’s influence in midfield.
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