Scotland vs Hungary 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
Date and Venue
- Date: Sunday, June 23, 2024
- Venue: Stuttgart Arena, Stuttgart, Germany
Match Summary
First Half
The match kicked off with both teams displaying cautious play. Scotland aimed to control possession, while Hungary pressed high.
Scotland had a couple of promising attacks, but Hungary’s defense held firm. The first half remained goalless. The midfield saw intense battles, with tackles flying in from both sides. Hungary’s midfield trio disrupted Scotland’s passing rhythm.
Second Half
The second half began with more urgency. Scotland pushed forward, seeking a breakthrough. Hungary defended resolutely, denying Scotland clear chances. Their goalkeeper made crucial saves. As the clock ticked down, extra time loomed. In the 100th minute, Kevin Csoboth capitalized on a defensive lapse, slotting home the winner for Hungary. Scotland pressed desperately in the dying minutes but couldn’t find an equalizer.
Result:
Hungary secured a stunning late victory with a stoppage-time goal.
- Score: Scotland 0 – 1 Hungary
- Key Moment: Kevin Csoboth of Hungary scored the decisive goal in the 100th minute, leaving Scotland heartbroken.
- Scotland’s Performance: Despite late chances, Scotland failed to register a shot on target throughout the game.
Match Statistics
Scotland:
- Yellow Cards: 1
- Yellow-Red Cards: 0
- Red Cards: 0
- Corner Kicks: 2
- Total Shots: 3
- Shots On Target: 1
- Also Shots Off Target: 1
- Shots Blocked: 1
- Ball Possession Percentage: 60%
- Free Kicks: 18
- Offsides: 3
- Goal Kicks: 10
- Throw-Ins: 17
- Shots Saved: 4
- Fouls: 16
- Injuries: 1
- Goals Conceded: 1
- Goals Scored: 0
Hungary:
- Yellow Cards: 5
- Yellow-Red Cards: 0
- Red Cards: 0
- Corner Kicks: 6
- Total Shots: 14
- Shots On Target: 5
- Also Shots Off Target: 7
- Shots Blocked: 2
- Ball Possession Percentage: 40%
- Free Kicks: 19
- Offsides: 5
- Goal Kicks: 5
- Throw-Ins: 21
- Shots Saved: 1
- Fouls: 13
- Injuries: 1
- Goals Conceded: 0
- Goals Scored: 1
Group A Standing
- Scotland finished with one point and did not progress to the knockout phase.
- Hungary, despite losing Barnabas Varga to injury, finished third in Group A and still have a chance to qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.
Head-to-head record between Scotland and Hungary in international football:
- Total Matches Played: 9
- Scotland Wins: 3
- Hungary Wins: 4
- Draws: 2
Here are some notable encounters:
- December 7, 1938: Scotland defeated Hungary 3-1 in an international friendly.
- September 9, 1987: Scotland secured a 2-0 victory against Hungary in another friendly match.
- March 27, 2018: Hungary faced Scotland in an international friendly, with Scotland winning 1-0.
