Germany Cruise Past Scotland in Euro 2024 Opener

Germany Thrash Scotland 5-1 in Euro 2024 Opener

Germany thrashes Scotland 5-1 in Euro 2024 opener, with Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz, and Niclas Fullkrug scoring for the hosts. Toni Kroos controls midfield as Germany dominates Scotland, putting them in a strong position for the next stage.

Florian Wirtz scored on 10 minutes after Angus Gunn's error, giving Germany an early lead.

With a 5-1 victory over Scotland in Munich, host Germany launched EURO 2024 in grand fashion.

Florian Wirtz pounced on Angus Gunn's mistake to put Germany in front after just 10 minutes, sending the home crowd into raptures.

Kai Havertz did a great job in the build-up, and Jamal Musiala doubled his nation's lead.

Havertz made it three from the penalty spot shortly before halftime, following a horrifying challenge from Ryan Porteous that resulted in a straight red card.

The hosts were up 4-0 thanks to a thunderbolt from Niclas Fullkrug into the upper left corner, but an own goal from Antonio Rudiger ended their dream start.

Germany's next Euro 2024 matchup is against Hungary.

They are aware that a further victory yesterday will essentially guarantee them safe passage to the following stage.

If they are able to accomplish that in their upcoming game, it will allow them to rest some of their important players and rotate their squad.

The degree of attacking threat the hosts provided in yesterday's match was difficult for Scotland to handle.

For the most part of the match, one player in particular—Jamal Musiala—was a pain in the side of the Scottish defense.

He demonstrated why he is considered one of Europe's best young players after scoring a goal.

The entire time Toni Kroos was on the field against Scotland this evening, he controlled the midfield.

The Madrid playmaker, who declared he will retire from all forms of football following this tournament, will want to end his career on a positive note.

Toni Kroos may play a key role in Germany's success if they hope to leave their mark on this tournament.

Julian Nagelsmann's team put on a strong performance in Munich.

Germany dominated the game from beginning to end while Scotland found it difficult to produce anything in the last third of the field.

There is little doubt that this outcome will undermine Steve Clarke's team's confidence.