Germany defeated Scotland 5-1, with goals from Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala, as the Scots were heavily beaten on the first night of Euro 2024.

Euro 2024 got off to a dream start for the host nation, Germany, as they cruised to a commanding 5-1 victory over Scotland. The match took place in Munich, and the Germans wasted no time in asserting their dominance.

Right from the kickoff, Germany controlled possession and it only took them ten minutes to break the deadlock. Florian Wirtz found the back of the net with a powerful strike that hit the post before going in, marking the first goal of the tournament.

The hosts continued to pile on the pressure, and their relentless attacking play paid off once again. Jamal Musiala, the talented Bayern Munich star, unleashed a thunderous shot that left Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn with no chance.

Scotland’s woes were far from over, as just before halftime, Ryan Porteous made a reckless two-footed challenge that resulted in a penalty and a red card. Kai Havertz stepped up and calmly converted the spot-kick, giving Germany a comfortable three-goal lead heading into the break.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Germany firmly in control and Scotland struggling to get out of their own half. Niclas Fullkrug came off the bench to add a fourth goal for the Germans, but the Tartan Army did manage to find some solace when an Antonio Rudiger own goal gave them something to cheer about.

However, any hopes of a miraculous comeback were quickly dashed as Emre Can, the Borussia Dortmund midfielder, netted Germany’s fifth goal with virtually the last kick of the game. It was the perfect ending for the hosts, who secured the largest victory in any opening European Championship match.

Overall, it was a dominant display from Germany, showcasing their strength and quality as they set the tone for the tournament. Scotland, on the other hand, will need to regroup and bounce back quickly if they are to make an impact in the rest of the competition.