Germany vs. Scotland score: Five different players record goals as hosts kick off Euro 2024 with blowout win

Germany cruised to victory in the opening match of Euro 2024 on Friday, defeating Scotland 5-1 at Munich’s Allianz Arena and establishing their case as one of the favorites to win the tournament. The hosts got off to a quick start when Florian Wirtz scored from distance in the 10th minute, while Jamal Musiala followed that up with a goal from close range just nine minutes later. Germany added a third just before halftime courtesy of a penalty scored by Kai Havertz. The referee awarded the spot kick after Ryan Porteous’ two-footed tackle on Ilkay Gundogan, which also led to Porteous picking up a red card.

Julian Nagelsmann’s side did not slow down in the second half and despite making plenty of substitutes, the intensity never dropped. Germany scored their fourth in the 68th minute thanks to substitute Niclas Fullkrug, whose impressive strike from distance added to their margin of victory. Scotland earned a consolation goal in the 87th minute when Antonio Rudiger scored an own goal to offer the visiting fans something to celebrate. Emre Can scored Germany’s final goal in the dying seconds. 

Germany rise to top of Group A while Scotland slip to last place, while Hungary and Switzerland will fill in the rest of the picture when they face off on Saturday.