SportFootballThe Tartan Army look to bounce back against Switzerland after suffering a heavy opening defeat to Germany in Group A
Scotland fans play bagpipes outside Cologne Cathedral ahead of Euro 2024 matchScotland play their second game of Euro 2024 against Switzerland but know their hopes of reaching the last-16 could be over already if they suffer a defeat in Cologne.
A disastrous 5-1 opening defeat to hosts Germany on Friday night saw manager Steve Clarke admit the team had let themselves down but now the talking must be done on the pitch as captain Andy Robertson declared it’s time for action. Scotland believe they owe the Tartan Army, who have once again travelled in their thousands to Cologne, a performance.
But Switzerland are experienced opposition and will be full of confidence after their impressive opening win against Hungary. The Swiss have reached the knockout stages at their last five major tournaments and, led by captain Granit Xhaka, offered a tactical flexibility that could take Scotland by surprise if they are not prepared.
Follow all the latest team news and build-up to tonight’s Group A fixture.
1718830440FULL-TIME! Scotland 1-1 SwitzerlandFULL-TIME! There’s no time for another chance and the referee blows the full-time whistle.
A valiant effort from Scotland and they’re responded well – they’re still alive in Group A.
And given how this game has just gone, you wouldn’t bet against them beating Hungary either.
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:54
1718830366Euro 2024: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland94 mins
Into the last minute here and Scotland are pushing. McKenna hits it long to Ralston, whose cross is headed out.
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:52
1718830314Euro 2024: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland92 mins
Amdouni heads on towards Embolo, but Gunn is quick off his line to intercept.
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:51
1718830256Euro 2024: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland91 mins
There’ll be four minutes of added time here in Cologne.
There’s great play from both sides as McGregor scoops a ball wide to Robertson, who lashes it back across the area, but it’s brilliant defending from Akanji to hook it away as he was facing his own goal.
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:50
1718830142Euro 2024: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland88 mins
McGinn concedes te free-kick near the edge of the box. Rieder delivers to the back post and Rieder has a free header, but he can only direct it wide!
McGinn and Adams come off for Christie and Shankland.
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:49
1718829881Euro 2024: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland86 mins
Sierra is booked for a late challenge on Che Adams.
Switzerland make two changes, as Widmer and Ndoye come off for Stergiou and Amdouni.
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:44
1718829775DISALLOWED GOAL! Scotland 1-1 Switzerland83 mins
Adams loses the ball and in the Switzerland half and the Swiss counter quickly. Embolo has been spotted making the run in behind and the ball is threaded in between the defenders. Embolo is one-v-one and he chips Gunn easily, but he had strayed offside!
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:42
1718829616Euro 2024: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland80 mins
Billy Gilmour is replaced by Kenny McLean. An accomplished performance from the Brighton man.
Scotland attack and it falls to McTominay near the edge of the box; he goes for the half-volley and it looks promising, but it’s blocked!
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:40
1718829404Euro 2024: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland78 mins
Ndoye beats Ralston far too easily down the left, and shifts it on to his right foot before firing an effort high and wide.
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:36
1718829280Euro 2024: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland75 mins
Scotland intercept in the Swiss half and end up winning a corner after the cross is turned behind. McTominay whips it in, but the Swiss defence is resolute once more.
Chris Wilson19 June 2024 21:34
