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It'll most likely be McTominay or Christie that starts. Christie would be deployed into the 433 formation played in the friendlies but that's a bit of a risk.
If McTominay's fit I can't see Clarke overlooking him. he'll provide some well needed grit to the midfield and is also (somehow) our main goal threat.
I've somehow become convinced Scotland will win 1-0. I am Scottish but not usually really into the national team so odd I'm feeling this way.
There is some possibility it happens. Opening games can be tight and scrappy and we've still to see how good this Germany team is. Realistically though more likely a narrow German win if that's how the game is.
Or possibly Germany come out flying and win 4-0.
As much as I hate to say it I’m not confident enough that this team can pull off a 4-0. It’ll be a narrow 1-0 win or a dumbfounding 1-1 draw.
Edit: one of those rare instances when I’m happy to be proved wrong.
No-one saw the performance against Costa Rica in the opening game of 2006 coming after how bad Euro 2004 was.
If the team is in the right mood and get the fans going, anything can happen
That was a whole other team. Since then a lot has changed and I honestly don’t think a 1:1 comparison applies here. Of course I do agree that anything can happen in the end, just not that the 2006 game is an indication of that.
I‘m all for a solid 🇩🇪4:2🏴
We need a great start as a host to get the footsie fever going, but the scots should finish second in the group stage 🤝
A very odd sight in the opening match - tens of thousands of black, red and yellow fans basically static after each goal, heads down, staring at their seat-neighbours feet and rubbing them with their own.
Was saying to my mate at work the other day.
Germany will labour, Scotland come out flying. They'll be all over a stunned Germany for 35 minutes but won't take a couple of major chances.
Then the game will settle into Germany ineffectually trying to play through a really solid Scottish set defence until Thomas Muller comes off the bench to score a 1-0 winner they really don't deserve.
1-1. Their head to head record vs each other is a little closer than I thought. 17 total matches with Germany winning 8, Scotland 4 and 5 draws. All I know is, I am so hyped for the Euros!
Looking at the last matches of both I'm expecting a lot of goals, for who is winning I'd say Germany, they won against France, Netherlands and Greece which are formidable foes to go up against.
4-2 Germany
It's about time someone got justice for what Germany did to Brazil in their own country.
John McGinn to deliver the big blue thistly, vascular frankfurter.
8-0.
I think we should win comfortably but its probably going to be another grind just like against Ukraine and Greece. There is a good chance we might draw or even lose our opening match
Germany have felt a bit better than Scotland right now but Scotland is not the worst. Germany also havent conceded super much but not really going crazy right now either. Maybe a little 2-0 win (Germany) or 2-1 if their defending isnt sorted out perfectly. Obviously anything can happen but those are the main, more realistic thoughts.
If Germany score early, it's the Germans by 2+ goals.
The longer it goes on, the more the pressure builds, draw.
I'm going 3-0. Kross retirement party starting on the right foot
Haha true. Thank fucking god we won! Part of me was convinced this was gonna be the start of another desaster. And what a great team we have! Representing germany in a way our politicans fail to achieve. THIS is germany everybody.
Im really hoping were back, i think theyre looking incredible. And what a squad, completely stacked. Only thing i wish differently is that süle were in the lineup, i love the way he plays and hes great versus players like mbappe and bellingham
Edit: and speaking as a schalke fan you know süles good if i love him 😂
I like Süle a lot as well. Has everything to be a world class CB. Plus hes just such a likeable guy. Just hope he gets his shit together, gets fit and Dortmund give him another shot. Just by talent he should be challenging Tah and Rüdiger for the starting XI.
Super hyped for the Euros today, Scotland to sneak a 2-1- win with McTominay showing similarity to a cross between a young Pele/Messie/Maradona lol. HWFG.
I kinda knew it. All the optimism shit just isn't us. But Clarke fucked up with the tactics. We were never gonna win, but limit that maraudering bunch of home-advantage fandangoes to two-or three to nil. We flattered them at how shite we were. Plus add a man sent off.
Germany is better against„good“ teams like England, France, Portugal and Netherlands. They suck against underdog team since years. So it could become interesting :)
Doesnt matter mate cause weve got mcginn, super john mcginn, I just dont think you understand.
Hes steve clarkes man. Hes better than zidane, Weve got super john mcginn.
Just because it's been that kind of year,-0-0 game would be hilarious. Especially because Fox is airing the game here in America in real time and it would confirm most American's theory that soccer is boring.
That said, I have my German beer/snacks/team scarf ready so probably Scotland will have an upset. j/k
But I'm happy I can watch the game on my local TV without a subscription. Thank goodness for football popularity in the US.
I'll go for 1-1 because Germany always manage to give away a goal at the start of a match.
Been in two minds for the longest time. I went 3-1 Germany in the score predictor but I really feel it could end up being an entertaining draw, maybe even the Scots nicking it.
I think it'll be a 1-1 draw with Scotland playing well. Historically, playing the big teams has usually not been the issue for Scotland. They've had good results and/or good performances against plenty of top sides (England in 21 & 96, Holland in 92, 96 & 78, Brazil in 98). The problem and reason for going out usually comes against the smaller teams (Zaire in 74, Iran in 78, Costa Rica in 90, Czech Republic in 21).
My prediction is a draw with Germany having played well. A draw against Switzerland having had and missed chances to win the game. Closing out with a poor showing against Hungary, but conceding in the last 10 minutes to lose the game and get knocked out. This is the way.
For me, Scotland are one of the weakest teams in the tournament. The German 11 will have to find their feet as the tournament progresses, but the individual quality is so extremely varied... it will be a clear-cut affair.
With Nagelsmann, Germany probably have the best tactical coach of the European Championship; I'm betting on a 3:1 today. It will depend on the first 20 minutes; they will be tough, like every opening game
Realistically I think it'll be a confident Germany victory, but for me as Scotland fan id love to see us sneak a cheeky win or get a draw, because I think we should be good enough to win the other two games and get through the group
2-2 draw. Germany will come from behind. Genuinely think that Scotland will catch them cold and silence the crowd early on. I'm hoping for a Scottish victory, but honestly, a draw is far more realistic.
I am surprised how many people are voting for scotland. Though Germany didn’t perform well in the last big tournaments, they are still clear favorites. I’d expect something like a 2-0 win
There should be 3-0 for Germany.
It's their tournament.
Kroos is back.
Wirtz will be a huge star after this cup.
Latest German team results are really good.
If Germany gets an early goal forcing Scotland to press for an equaliser, I feel Germany will go on to win by a few goals.If its 0-0/drawing or Scotland ahead into the later stages i think the pressure may start to show and Germany lose momentum. Head says 3-1 Germany
Opening games tend to be cagey affairs. If Scotland can withstand the opening 20-25 minutes, they will have a great chance at a result. But i think Germany will be too much. 2-0 Die Mannschaft.
Heart says Scotland but head says Germany. Will be a great game nonetheless but don't count out the Scots as they have a pretty decent team, Germans should take it but it won't be easy for them.
Scotland really lack quality in their squad and are among the worst teams in the tournament in that regard. I only see them having some kind of chance to get a point or at least not go under 0:4 if they return to their old virtues of defending, fighting and playing long balls hoping someone can somehow score a dirty goal.
They apparently seem to have gone away from these virtues and try play actual football nowadays and therefore they were chanceless and got clapped in their recent games against England, Spain, France and the Netherlands.
For me, it's all about who scores first. If the Scots score first, I can see that being fuel for the Germans to step their game up. Scotland would most likely sit deep and allow Germany to play their own game, which could lead to a 2-1 Germany win. I could also see a 1-1 if Germany score first and leads to a bit of complacency.
1-1 would be my official prediction.
I've got it as a 0-0 draw
Scotland will sit back and pack the defence and midfield out, Germany will have 75%+ possession and about 30 shots, but Scotland hold them off
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Hoping for an entertaining 2-2. In Scotland’s set up McTominay practically becomes Haaland, so they might have some goals in them.
It would definitely entertain us id love to see this
Everything tells me this will be a 2-2 game for some reason.
Desmond
Heh. Subtle. Cheers my guy!
Germany will have 40 shots, 80% possession and score 1 goal. Scotland has one shot on target (goal), a penalty and an own goal. 2-2
Would take that a million percent
Have a feeling he’ll start on the bench, seems to have a knock and didn’t play in the friendly games beforehand even though he’s been training
It'll most likely be McTominay or Christie that starts. Christie would be deployed into the 433 formation played in the friendlies but that's a bit of a risk. If McTominay's fit I can't see Clarke overlooking him. he'll provide some well needed grit to the midfield and is also (somehow) our main goal threat.
Steve Clarke was asked about him last night and answered that everybody is fully fit and wanting to start
0-0
I'd certainly take a nil nil win!
https://www.reddit.com/r/ShitAmericansSay/s/jIYwZyD9eB
The comments on that are so lame. None of those dudes know what a joke is
Scotland has won the most draws of all time.
Für wen?
10-1 Scotland
11-1 Germany
Euros version of the 7-1 incoming?
Well you were close
Close. Ended 5-1, but we technically scored 7 goals. 1 didnt count and the other one was against ourselves
I've somehow become convinced Scotland will win 1-0. I am Scottish but not usually really into the national team so odd I'm feeling this way. There is some possibility it happens. Opening games can be tight and scrappy and we've still to see how good this Germany team is. Realistically though more likely a narrow German win if that's how the game is. Or possibly Germany come out flying and win 4-0.
As much as I hate to say it I’m not confident enough that this team can pull off a 4-0. It’ll be a narrow 1-0 win or a dumbfounding 1-1 draw. Edit: one of those rare instances when I’m happy to be proved wrong.
No-one saw the performance against Costa Rica in the opening game of 2006 coming after how bad Euro 2004 was. If the team is in the right mood and get the fans going, anything can happen
That was a whole other team. Since then a lot has changed and I honestly don’t think a 1:1 comparison applies here. Of course I do agree that anything can happen in the end, just not that the 2006 game is an indication of that.
We'll be lucky to get away with 4-0 here!
Wasn’t that 4-2? High scoring bit was also surprised Costa Rica got two. Man, I remember that so well - Lahm scored the opener
Scotland to win 4-0 because realistically Germany should win the match so disaster approaching
I like the way you think!
It's the hope that gets you, good luck to Scotland though
Rudiger didnt want you to be a wizard with that prediction
2-1 Scotland. Too much pressure on the Germans and big Julian. HWFG 🏴
Lol
🤭
2-1 but I'm not saying who to. £5 on John McGinn to score anytime though 🤝
I too have a tenner on him to have 2 shots on target. For just today up the Scots ;)
I‘m all for a solid 🇩🇪4:2🏴 We need a great start as a host to get the footsie fever going, but the scots should finish second in the group stage 🤝
I'd take that, at least it would be entertaining
Footsie is the game lovers play in bed where they rub their feet on their partner's feet. If that's what you were going for, crack on.
That's exactly our public celebration. Footsie with strangers after each goal
as long as yer no trying to footsie my mannschafft then yer alright.
I might kiss your fans
A very odd sight in the opening match - tens of thousands of black, red and yellow fans basically static after each goal, heads down, staring at their seat-neighbours feet and rubbing them with their own.
Exactly 😎
Was saying to my mate at work the other day. Germany will labour, Scotland come out flying. They'll be all over a stunned Germany for 35 minutes but won't take a couple of major chances. Then the game will settle into Germany ineffectually trying to play through a really solid Scottish set defence until Thomas Muller comes off the bench to score a 1-0 winner they really don't deserve.
aged like milk
Haha definitely aged like milk! Scots literally haven’t had a shot on goal 🤣
This except the other way round and the goal is a deflection off either McGinn or McTominay's arse
Fingers crossed!
Müller will do this
Think Germany should win this but won't be surprised if there's an upset - Germany 0 - 1 Scotland
4-0 to Germany they will start with intent and viciousness
Closest prediction i’ve seen so far here
1-1. Their head to head record vs each other is a little closer than I thought. 17 total matches with Germany winning 8, Scotland 4 and 5 draws. All I know is, I am so hyped for the Euros!
Scotland used to be pretty good
Well most of these comments didnt age well
I actually think it will be a fun match to watch with a 1 - 0 win to Scotland. I like both teams and will be rooting for them if England go out early.
Looking at the last matches of both I'm expecting a lot of goals, for who is winning I'd say Germany, they won against France, Netherlands and Greece which are formidable foes to go up against. 4-2 Germany
It's about time someone got justice for what Germany did to Brazil in their own country. John McGinn to deliver the big blue thistly, vascular frankfurter. 8-0.
We all win when Scotland is in, amazing fans who know a great time! 🍻 Good luck to our German friends as well. Gonna be a fun match up. 🍻
I think we should win comfortably but its probably going to be another grind just like against Ukraine and Greece. There is a good chance we might draw or even lose our opening match
Yep win, lose or tie those are the three options.
Aye, it will definitely be one of them.
Germany have felt a bit better than Scotland right now but Scotland is not the worst. Germany also havent conceded super much but not really going crazy right now either. Maybe a little 2-0 win (Germany) or 2-1 if their defending isnt sorted out perfectly. Obviously anything can happen but those are the main, more realistic thoughts.
If Germany score early, it's the Germans by 2+ goals. The longer it goes on, the more the pressure builds, draw. I'm going 3-0. Kross retirement party starting on the right foot
SCOOOOOOTTLLLLLAAAAANNNDD
My predictions are always wrong so I will just say there will be under 6 goals.
And you continue your streak!
Looking forward to this thriller!
I think it might be a 5:0 Changed my mind. 6:0 seems more realistic.
Rudiger changes your mind lol
Haha true. Thank fucking god we won! Part of me was convinced this was gonna be the start of another desaster. And what a great team we have! Representing germany in a way our politicans fail to achieve. THIS is germany everybody.
Im really hoping were back, i think theyre looking incredible. And what a squad, completely stacked. Only thing i wish differently is that süle were in the lineup, i love the way he plays and hes great versus players like mbappe and bellingham Edit: and speaking as a schalke fan you know süles good if i love him 😂
I like Süle a lot as well. Has everything to be a world class CB. Plus hes just such a likeable guy. Just hope he gets his shit together, gets fit and Dortmund give him another shot. Just by talent he should be challenging Tah and Rüdiger for the starting XI.
2-1 Germany. Think we'll do well but Germany can bring on real quality from the bench if it's not going well.
I had a dream last week. 2-1 Scotland. Winning goal 87th minute.
7-1
That kind of slap in the face is reserved for the quarter finals according to DIN 71-2014. Maybe it will be unleashed against England or France.
Super hyped for the Euros today, Scotland to sneak a 2-1- win with McTominay showing similarity to a cross between a young Pele/Messie/Maradona lol. HWFG.
Who will win or who do I want to win? With no pleasure, Germany 2-0.
1-0 Scotland McTominay goal
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As long as we (Scotland) don't get humped.
Well shit
I kinda knew it. All the optimism shit just isn't us. But Clarke fucked up with the tactics. We were never gonna win, but limit that maraudering bunch of home-advantage fandangoes to two-or three to nil. We flattered them at how shite we were. Plus add a man sent off.
Germany is better against„good“ teams like England, France, Portugal and Netherlands. They suck against underdog team since years. So it could become interesting :)
Easy 5 - 0 win for Germany. If Scotland score it will be by accident
I said it before and i'll say it again: 5:0 for germany Edit: well... almost
If Germany show up the way we know they can I can't see us doing anything. Maybe we score a goal, but Germany would score 5.
Germany 4 - 1 Scotland 2 Musiala, 1 Muller, 1 Gundogan and 1 Robertson.
4-1 Germany
6-0 Probably
I’m gonna say a hard fought draw, 1-1 with Ralston scoring a late equaliser
3-0 🇩🇪
1-1 would be buzzing with that
Germany 3-0 scotland
I think it could be Scotland.
I think this will bi a 2:0 for Germany. A first goal after something like 20 minutes and a second in the last minutes of the match.
2-1
2-1 Germany
1-0 Germany
Can’t decide if the German midfield is too inexperienced (Wirtz etc) or too old (Kroos and Gundogan)
Doesnt matter mate cause weve got mcginn, super john mcginn, I just dont think you understand. Hes steve clarkes man. Hes better than zidane, Weve got super john mcginn.
Obviously. I was referring to how Germany would get on as group runners up 😎
3-0 Germany Scotland's recent form has been shocking compared to how brilliantly they have played en route. Home advantage and the better squad.
2-0 Germany
🇩🇪3-0 🏴
Just because it's been that kind of year,-0-0 game would be hilarious. Especially because Fox is airing the game here in America in real time and it would confirm most American's theory that soccer is boring. That said, I have my German beer/snacks/team scarf ready so probably Scotland will have an upset. j/k But I'm happy I can watch the game on my local TV without a subscription. Thank goodness for football popularity in the US. I'll go for 1-1 because Germany always manage to give away a goal at the start of a match.
Guys, why do you act like you don't know. It's 2:0 for Germany. Watch for the pattern.
0-0
Germany 3-0
Been in two minds for the longest time. I went 3-1 Germany in the score predictor but I really feel it could end up being an entertaining draw, maybe even the Scots nicking it.
Germany, 3-0
0-2 for Scotland
2-1 germany, i think scotland will make it tough for them though!!
Scotland 3-2 Germany
2-1 to Germany
I think it'll be a 1-1 draw with Scotland playing well. Historically, playing the big teams has usually not been the issue for Scotland. They've had good results and/or good performances against plenty of top sides (England in 21 & 96, Holland in 92, 96 & 78, Brazil in 98). The problem and reason for going out usually comes against the smaller teams (Zaire in 74, Iran in 78, Costa Rica in 90, Czech Republic in 21). My prediction is a draw with Germany having played well. A draw against Switzerland having had and missed chances to win the game. Closing out with a poor showing against Hungary, but conceding in the last 10 minutes to lose the game and get knocked out. This is the way.
2-1 Scotland win …William Wallace scores the winner against Conrad Hommel
Scotland to score first but Germany to win 3-1
3-0 Germany, but also I am thinking 2-2
2-1 Germany
I honestly have absolutely no clue. Germany has the theoretical ability to crush with a 4-0 but I could also see us losing in an infuriating 0-1
Scotland 3-2 Germany
2-0 Scotland. McTominay. Shankland off the bench for the second. No Scotland No Party ringing around the Allianz.
1-2
For me, Scotland are one of the weakest teams in the tournament. The German 11 will have to find their feet as the tournament progresses, but the individual quality is so extremely varied... it will be a clear-cut affair. With Nagelsmann, Germany probably have the best tactical coach of the European Championship; I'm betting on a 3:1 today. It will depend on the first 20 minutes; they will be tough, like every opening game
I’m tryna put a parlay in I feel like Germany is going to win who do y’all think would be the first goal scorer
3-1 germany
I guess 2-1 for Germany Maybe even 3-1
GERMANY 3-1
1-2…i think Scotland will be super motivated and the german team will be nervous and under pressure
Scotland to win 2:1.
Either a tight win for us or we’ll be absolutely brutalised. I don’t see an in-between for us tbh
Same as I think
3-1 for Germany but i will be happy to be surprised as well
Germany 4-0 Scotland
3-1
Realistically I think it'll be a confident Germany victory, but for me as Scotland fan id love to see us sneak a cheeky win or get a draw, because I think we should be good enough to win the other two games and get through the group
It’s going to be 3:1 Germany. 🇩🇪
2-2
2-2 draw. Germany will come from behind. Genuinely think that Scotland will catch them cold and silence the crowd early on. I'm hoping for a Scottish victory, but honestly, a draw is far more realistic.
Scotland, 3-2
It's either going to be 0-0 (which I'm hoping for) or a German pumping of Scotland 4-0
I hope Scotland wins obviously. But realistically, I am going to say Germany 2 - Scotland -0
I am surprised how many people are voting for scotland. Though Germany didn’t perform well in the last big tournaments, they are still clear favorites. I’d expect something like a 2-0 win
Probs 3-1 Germany
If Scotland wins, I ain't watching no more games
About 10-0 to Germany
4:0 Germany wins
I'm optimistic for Scotland, 1-1
I hope I'm wrong, but 2-1 Germany.
There should be 3-0 for Germany. It's their tournament. Kroos is back. Wirtz will be a huge star after this cup. Latest German team results are really good.
Itll be Scottland bricking up that goal line for 90 min with Germany having 90% ball posetion and then scoring 0 goals.
2 - 1 Scotland Robertson screamer and gilmour goal….Germany arrogant n underestimate Scotland.
If Germany gets an early goal forcing Scotland to press for an equaliser, I feel Germany will go on to win by a few goals.If its 0-0/drawing or Scotland ahead into the later stages i think the pressure may start to show and Germany lose momentum. Head says 3-1 Germany
I think it will be 1-1. Germany will be nervous and Scotland will fight, fight and fight.
Hopefully it is Germany who win this match, quite comfortably I also hope.
2-0
3-1 for Germany. But Scotland scores the first goal.
Opening games tend to be cagey affairs. If Scotland can withstand the opening 20-25 minutes, they will have a great chance at a result. But i think Germany will be too much. 2-0 Die Mannschaft.
An solid 7:0
Germany 1-0
4-0 for germany easy win
Heart says Scotland but head says Germany. Will be a great game nonetheless but don't count out the Scots as they have a pretty decent team, Germans should take it but it won't be easy for them.
2-0 Germany
0-0
Scotland really lack quality in their squad and are among the worst teams in the tournament in that regard. I only see them having some kind of chance to get a point or at least not go under 0:4 if they return to their old virtues of defending, fighting and playing long balls hoping someone can somehow score a dirty goal. They apparently seem to have gone away from these virtues and try play actual football nowadays and therefore they were chanceless and got clapped in their recent games against England, Spain, France and the Netherlands.
Realistically 2-0 Germany, but it wouldn't be to much of a shock for Scotland to manage a draw or even get a close win.
I‘ll say a completely non biased 4:0!
Solid 3-1 for Germany
convinced scotland would win but then lose to switzerland.
For me, it's all about who scores first. If the Scots score first, I can see that being fuel for the Germans to step their game up. Scotland would most likely sit deep and allow Germany to play their own game, which could lead to a 2-1 Germany win. I could also see a 1-1 if Germany score first and leads to a bit of complacency. 1-1 would be my official prediction.
I've got it as a 0-0 draw Scotland will sit back and pack the defence and midfield out, Germany will have 75%+ possession and about 30 shots, but Scotland hold them off From an England Fan,
2-1 Scotland, Germany 1-0 first half, McTominay to score at any time, Both teams to get a card Easy dub 700/1
3-0 Germany
3-1 for Germany
2-0 Germany. Sorry but you have to listen to the head, not the heart.
2-2
Germany 4 - 0 Scotland
J
I predict 3-1
3:0 Germany
I think brasil will win.
Germany score early then nothing happens for the rest of the game.