Germany vs Scotland – Match Preview

The European Championship begins with Germany hosting Scotland at the Fussball Arena Munich. This opening match of EURO Grp. A is on Thursday, June 14th, starting at 19:00 GMT. Both teams are eager to earn their first points and goals of the tournament. Playing at home, Germany is favored by bookmakers. However, Scotland is ready to challenge those expectations. A win for either team would be a strong start to their campaign. A draw could also keep their hopes alive in this competitive group stage.

Germany – Form

Germany’s recent home performances have been a mix of resilience and missed chances. On June 7, 2024, they narrowly defeated Greece 2:1 in a friendly match at Borussia-Park. Kai Havertz and Pascal Gross scored the vital goals in the second half. Before this, they drew 0:0 with Ukraine despite dominating the game. On March 26, they beat the Netherlands 2:1, continuing their winning streak in friendlies. These results show Germany’s ability to secure wins, even when not performing their best.

Scotland – Form

Scotland’s recent away games have shown varied results. Their last match was a 2-2 draw against Finland on June 7, 2024, which was a bit disappointing. They were slightly favored to win. Before this, they surprised many with a 2-0 victory over Gibraltar on June 3. However, they faced a setback with a 0-1 loss to Northern Ireland on March 26. These outcomes have been unpredictable, not always matching the bookmakers’ expectations.

Germany – Scotland – Head to Head

The last match between Germany and Scotland was on September 7, 2015. Germany won 3:2 in the European Championship. In their last 4 matches, Germany has won 3 times. Scotland has not won any, and one game ended in a draw. Both teams have scored in each of these matches. This shows their offensive capabilities. Notably, Germany has won the last 3 matches against Scotland, with over 2.5 goals scored in each. They have also scored more than 1.5 goals in these victories. Additionally, Germany has not lost to Scotland in their last 4 encounters, always managing to score.

Germany – Scotland – Standings

As the European Championship starts at the Fussball Arena Munich, Germany and Scotland are at the beginning of their journey in EURO Grp. A. This being the first round, both teams have yet to score points. They are ranked 1 and 3 respectively, but stand equal with 0 points each. The anticipation of the tournament’s start sets high expectations for both teams. This match is a critical chance to make a strong start to their campaigns. With Germany being the favored team, Scotland faces the challenge of overcoming the odds.

Germany vs Scotland – Top scorers

Germany’s attack is led by Niclas Fuellkrug, who has scored 5 times this European Championship. Kai Havertz, with 4 goals, and Leroy Sane, with 2, have also been key players. Joshua Kimmich and Ilkay Gundogan have contributed a goal each from midfield. Scotland’s goals have been more evenly spread among the team. Ryan Christie, Billy Gilmour, Che Adams, and Lawrence Shankland have each scored once. Their balanced attack indicates a team effort. Andrew Robertson, despite not scoring, has been crucial elsewhere on the field.

Germany vs Scotland – Full-Time Betting

Germany is the favorite with odds of 1.29 for a win, according to bookmakers. A draw and a Scotland win are less likely, at 6.00 and 9.00 respectively. Germany’s strong form and historical advantage over Scotland make them the favorites. The absence of Antonio Rüdiger and Deniz Undav could affect Germany. Scotland will miss Kieran Tierney as well. Despite these factors, Germany is expected to win this EURO Grp. A opener.

Germany vs Scotland – Over/Under Betting

The Over/Under market is interesting, given the history between Germany and Scotland. The last four matches have seen over 2.5 goals. Germany’s ability to score is evident in their recent wins. Scotland’s results suggest a tendency towards ‘under’ outcomes. The odds for “Over 2.5” goals at 1.727 are appealing, considering Germany’s scoring ability. The “Under 2.5” at 2.10 could attract those considering Scotland’s scoring form. Bettors will consider these trends when making their decisions for the EURO Grp. A opener.

Germany vs Scotland – BTTS Betting

The odds for “Both Teams to Score” stand at 2.25 for “Yes” and 1.571 for “No.” The history of these teams scoring against each other suggests “Yes” could be a good bet. Germany has shown they can score, especially at home. Scotland’s recent form has been mixed, with some struggles. Given Germany’s attacking strength and Scotland’s need to improve, “BTTS: Yes” at 2.25 offers value for those expecting goals from both sides.

Germany vs Scotland – Prediction