As Scotland and Hungary prepare to clash in a crucial Euro 2024 match, both teams are eager to secure a spot in the knockout stages.
Below, we delve into the team news and predicted lineups for this decisive encounter.
Scotland's Team News
Scotland, led by Steve Clarke, is in a must-win situation after a 5-1 defeat to Germany and a 1-1 draw against Switzerland. The team needs a victory to advance as one of the best third-placed teams.
Unfortunately, they will be without key defender Kieran Tierney, who was stretchered off in the Switzerland game.
Scott McKenna is expected to replace him at left centre-back. Additionally, Ryan Porteous remains suspended after receiving a red card against Germany.
Predicted Scotland Lineup
Goalkeeper: Gunn
Defenders: Hendry, Hanley, McKenna
Midfielders: Ralston, Gilmour, McGregor, Robertson
Forwards: McTominay, McGinn, Adams
Hungary's Team News
Hungary, under the guidance of Marco Rossi, is also in a do-or-die situation, having lost both of their group matches against Switzerland and Germany. They have conceded five goals while scoring only once.
Despite these setbacks, Hungary has shown resilience and could potentially reach the knockout stages with a victory, depending on other results. Rossi may opt for an unchanged lineup from their last match.
Predicted Hungary Lineup
Goalkeeper: Gulacsi
Defenders: Fiola, Orban, Dardai
Midfielders: Bolla, A Nagy, Schafer, Kerkez
Forwards: Sallai, Szoboszlai, Varga
Key Players to Watch
Scotland
Scott McTominay: The versatile midfielder will be crucial in both defensive duties and creating chances going forward.
Andrew Robertson: The captain’s leadership and crossing ability will be vital from the left wing-back position.
Hungary
Dominik Szoboszlai: Hungary's star player, his creativity and his goal-scoring threat are essential for Hungary's hopes of getting out of the group stage.
Peter Gulacsi: The experienced goalkeeper will need to be at his best to keep Scotland at bay.
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