Scotland’s Euro 2024 ended in heartbreak for their supporters as Hungary scored a late game-winner. Hungary crushed Scotland’s campaign by scoring a 100th minute winner sealing a 1-0 victory. The match seemed to be goalless on a stretch until Hungary’s spectacular late goal changed Scotland’s fate.
Scotland needed a win to advance to the Knockout stage of Euro 2024. From the kickoff, both teams struggled with their form and rhythm. However, throughout the game Scotland dominated possession. With possession of 70% Scotland failed to find the back of the net due to a lack of control and edge near goals.
The game went on very physically as John McGinn was fouled multiple times. Hungary on the other hand showcased their counter-attacking tactics. The first half of the game ended in a goalless draw with a lack of goal-scoring opportunities. Hungary’s Roland Sallai’s stomp on Jack Hendry’s chest highlighted the tense and physical nature of the game.
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The dramatic end to the dull game
As the second half began, the game remained a grim slog. In the 71st minute, the game took a turn as Barnabas Varga suffered a severe injury causing a long break and delay in the game. He was taken off the field on a stretcher. As of the latest reports, Varga is in stable condition in Stuttgart Hospital.
As the game neared its end, both teams rushed for a winning goal. With ten minutes added time due to Varga’s injury and delay the game intensified. In the dying moments, Scotland’s Angus Gunn made a crucial save from Dominik Szoboszlai. However, Hungary‘s Kevin Csoboth hit the post soon after. At last in the 100th minute, Csoboth flicked a screamer, up-roaring the Hungarian fans and thrashing Scotland’s hope to advance in the knockout stages.
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