Germany vs Scotland Prediction and Betting Tips | 14th June 2024

Germany kick off their Euro 2024 campaign with an intriguing clash this week as they lock horns with Scotland at the Allianz Arena in a Group A fixture on Friday. The two teams have experienced contrasting fortunes in recent weeks and have a point to prove in the opening match of Euro 2024.

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Scotland finished in second place in the UEFA Euro qualification standings and have punched above their weight over the past year. The away side played out a 2-2 draw against Finland this week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.

Germany, on the other hand, secured automatic qualification to the tournament as the hosts and have been impressive in recent weeks. Die Mannschaft edged Greece to a 2-1 victory in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this week.

Germany vs Scotland Head-to-Head and Key Numbers

Germany have a good historical record against Scotland and have won eight out of the 17 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Scotland's four victories.
Germany have won both their matches against Scotland in major international tournaments, with their previous meeting at the Euros coming in 1992 and ending in a 2-0 victory for Germany.
Scotland have won only one of their last 13 matches against Germany in all competitions, with their only such victory during this period coming by a 1-0 scoreline in a friendly in April 1999.
Germany are playing in their 14th Euro tournament and have won the competition on three occasions - the joint-highest in the history of the competition alongside Spain.
Germany are hosting an international tournament (World Cup & Euros) for the fourth time and have reached at least the semifinals on each of the previous three occasions.

Germany vs Scotland Prediction

Germany have a strong squad at their disposal but have flattered to deceive on the international stage in recent years. Stars including Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala have been impressive for their clubs over the past year and will need to step up to the plate this week.

Scotland can pull off an upset on their day but will be up against a strong outfit on Friday. Hosts Germany are the better team and should be able to win this game.

Prediction: Germany 3-1 Scotland

Germany vs Scotland Betting Tips

Tip 1: Result - Germany to win

Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes

Tip 3: Germany to score first - Yes

Tip 4: Jamal Musiala to score - Yes