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Hungary Calls for Consistent Officiating in Clash with Scotland
In a highly anticipated Group A clash, Hungary head coach Marco Rossi has called for consistent officiating from Argentinian referee Facundo Tello during their match against Scotland. This comes in the wake of Hungary’s 2-0 loss to tournament hosts Germany on Wednesday.
Rossi remains adamant that his team should have been awarded a free-kick in the lead-up to Germany’s opening goal, and he believes larger nations are often favored at the Euros. “The point is a team’s ability in a tournament like this, specifically when you have VAR, a team’s prestige, shouldn’t come into it. Us or Georgia need to be protected the same way Germany, England or Italy are,” Rossi said.
Knowing that a win against Scotland could propel them into the last 16, Hungary are under immense pressure to perform. “Zero points from two matches, there is no alternative for us other than a win if we want to progress,” Rossi acknowledged.
Scotland Determined to Change Fortunes
On the other hand, Scotland are aiming to right the wrongs of their 2021 Euros campaign, where they entered the final group stage match against Croatia in an identical position. This time, however, Steve Clarke’s team have a “helluva lot more experience,” and they are determined to be the ones who “change things for Scottish football.”
Scotland midfielder John McGinn senses that other nations do not fancy their prospects, but the team is embracing the challenge. “We feel anticipation about being that team who changes things for Scottish football. I don’t think a lot of people across Europe think we can do it, so we want to be the ones who do,” McGinn said.
As the teams prepare for the crucial encounter in Stuttgart, the stage is set for a thrilling match that could have significant implications for the Euro 2024 group standings.
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