After conceding their heaviest opening European Championship defeat, the Scotland team will try to show another face and revive their chances of getting out of the groups in the match against Switzerland, reported Sportal.bg.
“The Crusaders” however, they are on the opposite pole and enter the clash at the “Rine Energy Stadium” with increased self-confidence after beating Hungary 3:1 in their first match at Euro 2024.
Scotland performed strongly during the qualifiers but Steve Clarke's side have lost momentum of late and have managed just one win in their previous 10 games. It was against Gibraltar. “The Bagpipers” they know that after 1:5 against Germany, the second loss in group "A" will automatically end their hopes of one of the top two spots. Most likely, this will also happen in the event of a draw.
Switzerland impressed against Hungary. Murat Yakin's alumni played a very strong first half when they took a two-goal lead through Ludogorets scorer Kwadwo Dua (12’) and Michel Ebischer (45’). In the second half, the Hungarians took the initiative and pulled one goal back, but Briel Embolo put an end to their hopes in stoppage time. If they beat Scotland, the “Crusaders” will guarantee themselves a finish in one of the first two places, and that before the match with the host Germany.
Switzerland have just one loss in their last 15 matches, with three wins in their previous four matches.
Scotland's last European Championship win was against Switzerland at Euro 1996.