Germany delivered a commanding performance in the opening match of Euro 2024, overwhelming Scotland with a 5-1 victory. The match, held at the Munich stadium, saw goals from Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz, Niclas Fuellkrug, and Emre Can, marking the highest-scoring opener in the tournament’s history. Julian Nagelsmann, in his debut as Germany’s head coach, couldn’t have asked for a better start as his team quickly established dominance.
Early Goals Set the Tone
The match began with Germany taking immediate control. In the 10th minute, Florian Wirtz scored the first goal of the tournament after a well-coordinated play involving Toni Kroos and Joshua Kimmich. Shortly after, Jamal Musiala doubled the lead with a powerful strike. Scotland’s situation worsened just before halftime when Ryan Porteous was sent off for a foul on Ilkay Gundogan, leading to a successful penalty by Havertz.
Continued Pressure and Late Goals
In the second half, Germany maintained their offensive pressure. Niclas Fuellkrug, coming off the bench, added a fourth goal with a fierce shot from distance. Although Scotland managed to get on the scoreboard with an own goal by Antonio Ruediger, Germany capped off their win with a late goal by Emre Can in injury time.
A Strong Statement from Germany
This resounding victory sets a high benchmark for Germany in Euro 2024 and serves as a stern warning to their competitors. With a solid start under Nagelsmann’s leadership, Germany looks poised for a strong campaign, while Scotland will need to regroup and strategize for their upcoming matches.
