Germany opened their 2024 European Championship campaign with a goal sequence that put them ahead against Scotland in the early stage of the match. Midfielder Jamal Musiala found the net in the 19th minute, delivering the second strike of the game and signaling Germany’s intent to seize control from the outset.
Moments earlier, Florian Wirtz had already broken the deadlock, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead. The early goal brought the stadium to life and extended Germany’s advantage to two goals as the first half unfolded, heightening the sense of a dominant start for the home side.
The Premier League of European international tournaments was staged at the Allianz Arena in Munich for this opening fixture. Reports indicated the kickoff was scheduled for 22:00 local time, with live online coverage available to fans following the action in real time.
In Group A, alongside Germany and Scotland, Switzerland and Hungary also competed. The schedule announced that the remaining matches within the group would take place on Saturday, June 15, including a clash between Switzerland and Hungary, while Group B fixtures were set for the same day, featuring Spain against Croatia and Italy meeting Albania.
Qualifying for the knockout rounds from each group works on a straightforward basis: the top two teams from every group advance, and at the same time the four best third-placed teams across the six groups earn a spot in the play-offs. Germany has a storied record at the European Championship, having claimed the title three times, with their most recent triumph dating back to 1996.
A notable projection from historical analytics suggested that Germany could perform strongly in the tournament, as reflected in various statistical forecasts that have, in the past, highlighted the team’s potential to contend for the crown against the continent’s strongest sides.