UEFA EURO Group Stage: Scotland and Switzerland Stats
Scotland and Switzerland Previous Meeting
Scotland and Switzerland last met in March 2006. The Swiss won 3-1 in a friendly at Glasgow's Hampden Park. Scotland's 5-1 defeat to Germany on Monday was their heaviest in a competitive match since a 6-0 loss to Spain in 2001.
Scotland's Recent Performance
Scotland kept alive their hopes of reaching the last 16 at Euro 2024 with a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in a gripping Group A game on Tuesday.
Scotland's Goal
Scotland took the lead through a stunning strike from Che Adams in the 25th minute. The Southampton forward collected the ball 25 yards from goal and unleashed a powerful shot into the top corner.
Switzerland's Equalizer
Switzerland equalized in the second half through Remo Freuler. The Atalanta midfielder fired home from close range after a cross from Xherdan Shaqiri.
Match Stats
Scotland had more possession than Switzerland (55% to 45%) and created more chances. They had 10 shots on goal to Switzerland's 6, and 5 corners to Switzerland's 2.
However, Switzerland were more clinical in front of goal. They scored with their only shot on target, while Scotland wasted several good opportunities.
Conclusion
Scotland's draw against Switzerland leaves them with 1 point from their opening two matches. They will need to beat the Czech Republic in their final group game on Monday to have any chance of reaching the knockout stages.
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