Hosts Germany kick off Euro 2024 on Friday in Munich against Scotland, the start of a journey the three-time continental champions hope will conclude with victory in the final in Berlin on 14 July.
After three dismal tournaments in a row – including going out in the group stage at the 2018 and 2022 World Cups – Julian Nagelsmann's side take on the challenge of putting Germany back among Europe's heavyweights.Three wins in 11 matches last year reduced already low expectations, but under Nagelsmann the outlook has gradually improved, and there is increased optimism from supporters as well.
"The players are fired up, they want it, they are hungry for better results than in the last tournaments."Germany will be fancied to top Group A, which also features Hungary and Switzerland, given the quality at their disposal, from veteran playmaker Toni Kroos to younger stars Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala.
It is just Scotland's second major tournament since 1998. They returned to the big stage at Euro 2020 but finished bottom of the group, picking up their only point in a dour 0-0 draw with England.
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