Scotland faces an important test against Wales tonight – victory would keep them alive in contention for one of two third-place spots while defeat would mean yet another heartbreaking early exit from a major tournament.
Hungary begins strongly, but their attacks are limited to long-range shots easily handled by Gunn. Bendeguz Bolla fires a free-kick wide while Roland Sallai hits the post during free kick play. Read more about scotland national football team vs hungary national football team timeline.
Scotland vs Hungary
Scotland were confident a win against Hungary would put them on track for Euro 2024 qualification; but Kevin Csoboth’s 100th-minute goal gave Hungary victory at Stuttgart Stadium.
As no goals were scored during Scotland’s Group A opener against Switzerland, it should come as no surprise they trailed at half-time. A lacklustre first 45 minutes saw hosts struggle to create any significant chances, while Hungary looked dangerous on the break.
Halfway through the second period, an unlikely incident unfolded as Scotland goalkeeper Michael Gunn appeared to collide with Varga as both fell down together in a tight box. There was an extended pause in play as medics arrived on scene before eventually stretchering Varga off with visibly distraught teammates watching on.
Scotland are forced into making an enforced change as Scott McKenna replaces Ralston at right back and looks much stronger with him in central defense compared to when Ralston played at right back and John McGinn was given free rein as makeshift striker alongside Che Adams up front. Additionally, Hendry comes on late for Gilmour and Hendry takes his place.
World Cup 1962
Scotland will need a win against Hungary tonight to avoid being eliminated in the last-16 at Euro 2024. Both Group A rivals meet in Stuttgart tonight; Scotland needs one point for sure of reaching the knockout stages while Hungary faces potential elimination after suffering their initial loss to Germany in their opener.
Starting off slowly, both teams were content to maintain possession and take shots from distance. Dominik Szoboszlai saw one such attempt deflect wide before Willi Orban hit an unfortunate header off of the crossbar in the 41st minute.
Scotland pressed hard in the second half and created several opportunities. Armstrong made an excellent run past his opponent but was denied a penalty after colliding with Kleinheisler inside the box, while Lewis Morgan narrowly missed connecting with a cross from McTominay.
An exciting final quarter saw both teams going all out, but Gunn’s excellent saves kept the score even. Ralston deflected Kerkez’s corner wide for a goal kick before McGinn delivered a free-kick which McCormack headed clear of.
Late on in the match there was an anxious moment as Hungary striker Varga went down with what looked to be a serious-looking head injury and had to be carried off on a stretcher; however, he is expected to make a full recovery from his injuries.
World Cup 1970
Hungary rebounded strongly after an underwhelming opening to their World Cup campaign and earned their victory against Scotland at Stuttgart with Kevin Csoboth’s late goal, defeating Scotland 1-0 and ending Scotland’s chances at success at major tournaments for another time.
The game was an extremely close contest in which both teams had opportunities to gain the upper hand. Armstrong went through on a through pass from Kleinheisler before being pulled down by Kleinheisler without contact from Kleinheisler in the box; McTominay almost got on the end of a Lewis Morgan cross to set up another chance, however Gulacsi made an outstanding save to deny them further scoring opportunities.
An impressive goalless second half saw Scotland maintain pressure on Hungary, though they would need other results in order to advance into the last 16. Grant Hanley nearly caused alarm before firing another shot that Gulacsi easily saved.
As time ticked away, Hanley’s corner was cleared by Hungary quickly and Csoboth scored with almost the last kick of the game for an unlikely late winner that sent Scotland into last place and led them towards their fifth consecutive failure at World or European Championship finals – also marking Steve Clarke’s first major tournament defeat as Scotland coach.
World Cup 1990
Scotland’s hopes of making it to the knockout rounds at a major tournament took a severe setback in Stuttgart when Kevin Csoboth’s 100th-minute goal doomed them to exit from Group A of the European Championship at group stage level. Steve Clarke had hoped his side could salvage some pride with victory after conceding early goals against Germany and Switzerland.
Initial exchanges were quiet as neither team made much headway as the game deteriorated into a scrappy affair. Bendeguz Bolla had his long-range effort well saved by Angus Gunn while Roland Sallai of Hungary missed his shot wide.
Armstrong darted past two defenders on the edge of the box before going down on his knees but was denied a penalty by referee Gabriel Kleinheisler from Argentina after going to ground, sparking fury among Scottish fans but eventually upholding Kleinheisler’s decision.
Scotland finally had their chance at breaking the deadlock when Scott McTominay’s shot from distance took an unfortunate deflection and hit Xherdan Shaqiri instead, and Scotland came agonisingly close. Lewis Morgan scored, seemingly sealing their fate but a late Patrick Kluivert strike sealed their destiny; Scotland were defeated twice consecutively at this World Cup and six overall; this record-setting result left them at the bottom of Group F three points behind Switzerland and Denmark.
World Cup 1994
Scotland had never before advanced to the knockout stage of any major tournament before June 23 in Stuttgart. A remarkable match saw both sides come close to scoring before ending in a 1-1 draw; Scotland even managed a goal but it was denied by woodenwork. That victory ensured their place in the Last 16 for the first time.
Scott McTominay opened up Scotland’s account after 13 minutes but Swiss striker Xherdan Shaqiri soon levelled proceedings shortly afterwards. Scotland did not sit back and defend, however; their pressure mounted as time ticked away.
Before the break, Hungary continued to mount pressure, but their defense held firm. Che Adams and Grant Hanley both missed chances at the other end.
Both teams battled for an equal share of possession after half time. Hungary nearly took the lead with Dominik Szoboszlai’s header hitting the bar; while Scotland possessed more in final stages but failed to convert any chances due to lack of cutting edge.
This match marked the beginning of Craig Brown’s tenure as manager after taking over after Andy Roxburgh’s departure after defeat. It would also mark his final game before resigning a month later and Berti Vogts being appointed his replacement.
World Cup 1998
Scotland competed in the 1998 World Cup for an eighth time and once again were knocked out at group stage stage. However, one memorable win occurred against England 3-2 at Wembley Stadium with Paul Ritchie and Allan Johnston scoring incredible goals that will go down as two of their most celebrated moments ever in World Cup history.
Scotland were placed in one of the toughest groups for qualifying to UEFA Euro 2008: Germany, Switzerland and Hungary. Although they lost to the Germans early on in qualifying, Scotland managed to beat Faroe Islands and Lithuania before drawing with Iceland home and away and eventually beating France 1-0 at Hampden Park thanks to Kris Boyd scoring their only goal at Hampden Park and giving Scotland hope of qualifying for major tournaments since 2002.
However, England defeated Holland 4-0 at Wembley Stadium to advance into the play-offs; although Scotland beat Norway 2-1 thanks to Tom Boyd scoring an equaliser for Patrick Kluivert of Netherlands during extra time play offs; Alex Ferguson took over management of Scotland following Jock Stein’s passing away and was responsible for this campaign.
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