Euro: Euro 2024 Qualifying

[HajdukSplit]

Turkey managed to get the draw late but not a good result, dropped five points at home now and still go to Croatia in October. If 15 points is something of the “magic number” then they will need to win in either Croatia or Wales (Wales though seem to be very weak this cycle and they’ll probably be out of contention by then)

 

[Ceremony]

Genuinely tumescent.

 

[LOGiK]

Surprised Netherlands haven't went farther than they have (internationally)... they have quite the team.
Was watching Xavi Simmons on RB Leip and he had quite the match against union... he's really fun to watch.

 

[gary69]

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Genuinely tumescent.

Obviously most neutrals would prefer seeing players like Haaland or Kvaratskhelia in the finals instead of any of the Scots, but even if/when they make it to the finals it's obvious they don't have the quality of players like Dalglish or Hansen to capture the hearts of non-Scots.

 

[koyvoo]

Luxembourg is having an historical qualification campaign thus far

 

[karhukissa]

Obviously most neutrals would prefer seeing players like Haaland or Kvaratskhelia in the finals instead of any of the Scots, but even if/when they make it to the finals it's obvious they don't have the quality of players like Dalglish or Hansen to capture the hearts of non-Scots.

I think people would rather see Scotland in the Euros than Georgia One Kvaratshkelia won't do much if rest of your team is subpar. Haaland would be nice to see in the tournament indeed, Norway is a mystery because their material is good but somehow they don't play well together.

 

[AstrophysicalJet]

Obviously most neutrals would prefer seeing players like Haaland or Kvaratskhelia in the finals instead of any of the Scots, but even if/when they make it to the finals it's obvious they don't have the quality of players like Dalglish or Hansen to capture the hearts of non-Scots.

Having watched most games in that group, I am astonished - They play a boring brand of football, but boy is it effective. Outside the Cyprus games, they rely on pure counter attacking, always being well behind in possession. They beat Spain only having 25% possession.

I think people would rather see Scotland in the Euros than Georgia One Kvaratshkelia won't do much if rest of your team is subpar. Haaland would be nice to see in the tournament indeed, Norway is a mystery because their material is good but somehow they don't play well together.

Nah, Haaland, Ødegaard, are top top players, the rest of the team is average imo. WIth a few sprinkles of above avg. like Ostigaard. They have a meh defence outside Osti, and a very thin bench.

 

[Evilo]

Norway in paper should not be under Scotland.
And Georgia has more than one decent player.

 

[AstrophysicalJet]

Norway in paper should not be under Scotland.
And Georgia has more than one decent player.

Agreed - Observing the Georgia-Scotland match, one could unmistakably discern that Georgia more than matched Scotland's performance. This observation holds true for the Norway-Scotland game as well. The Scottish team has evidently discovered a winning formula given their available resources - And because of this, they have proven to be quite a formidable opponent on the field.

 

[Ajacied]

Surprised Netherlands haven't went farther than they have (internationally)... they have quite the team.
Was watching Xavi Simmons on RB Leip and he had quite the match against union... he's really fun to watch.

The team is pretty unbalanced. Their defensive depth is nothing short of amazing, but at midfield and up front, it’s only Frenkie and these days Simons. You aren’t much of a serious threat if Depay and Weghorst are the difference makers.

 

[Ceremony]

Obviously most neutrals would prefer seeing players like Haaland or Kvaratskhelia in the finals instead of any of the Scots, but even if/when they make it to the finals it's obvious they don't have the quality of players like Dalglish or Hansen to capture the hearts of non-Scots.

If only Norway or Georgia had more than one player anyone had heard of they might be relevant, but alas.

And of course Gilmour, McGregor, McGinn, McTominay, Robertson, Hickey, Tierney, all nobodies.

Having watched most games in that group, I am astonished - They play a boring brand of football, but boy is it effective. Outside the Cyprus games, they rely on pure counter attacking, always being well behind in possession. They beat Spain only having 25% possession.

Spain were captained by Alvaro Morata last night. If that's the best they can do, they're really not up to much.

Norway in paper should not be under Scotland.
And Georgia has more than one decent player.

 

[Evilo]

Ignorants shouldn't mock their own lack of knowledge.
Georgia has an excellent goalie. And a very promising forward who just transfered to Ajax. Davitashvili is an excellent attacking midfielder as well.

As for Norway their top 2 players are worth twice the entire Scottish roster.

Scotland is doing well. Norway isn't.

 

[cgf]

Ignorants shouldn't mock their own lack of knowledge.
Georgia has an excellent goalie. And a very promising forward who just transfered to Ajax. Davitashvili is an excellent attacking midfielder as well.

As for Norway their top 2 players are worth twice the entire Scottish roster.

Scotland is doing well. Norway isn't.

Luka Gagnidze is an interesting prospect too. Might just be another Razvan Marin, but he looks interesting atm.

 

[AstrophysicalJet]

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If only Norway or Georgia had more than one player anyone had heard of they might be relevant, but alas.

And of course Gilmour, McGregor, McGinn, McTominay, Robertson, Hickey, Tierney, all nobodies.


Spain were captained by Alvaro Morata last night. If that's the best they can do, they're really not up to much.


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I appreciate your inquiry, although I must point out that your question appears to be somewhat uninformed. Both Georgia and Norway boast several players who are recognizable even to casual fans. If you are not familiar with them, it may indicate a limited awareness beyond your knowledge of Scottish/English football.

It is essential to acknowledge that Scotland does indeed possess several talented players, though offensive capabilities may not be their strongest suit. Furthermore, aside from the Cyprus match, Scotland has often found themselves lacking in possession and facing challenges in terms of shots on goal. This is not a cause for embarrassment; rather, it simply may not be perceived as particularly appealing to a neutral observer.

Moreover, it is worth noting that Norway, in particular, features more well-known players who would be recognized by casual fans. I am not referring solely to those hailing from the British Isles who are primarily acquainted with individuals in the English Premier League or Championship like I am guessing is the case with yourself.

 

[ScottishCanuck]

Agreed - Observing the Georgia-Scotland match, one could unmistakably discern that Georgia more than matched Scotland's performance. This observation holds true for the Norway-Scotland game as well. The Scottish team has evidently discovered a winning formula given their available resources - And because of this, they have proven to be quite a formidable opponent on the field.

Don't disagree with the Norway assessment as we snatched victory from the grasp of defeat there, but the Georgia game not so much. I don't think they really caused any problems or created any chances barring the missed penalty at the end. And the weather was horrendous which didn't exactly contribute to a good game of football.

 

[Sempiternal]

DAZN is awesome this year if you are a Bundesliga fan. I get Bayern, UEFA and these international games in excellent quality.

 

[Sempiternal]

Ukraine with the surprising lead.

 

[gary69]

Zinchenko puts Ukraine ahead from close range after Henderson, Rice and others fail to prevent his run from midfield after Chillwell was beaten on the left flank to allow that pass into center.

England isn't creating much.

 

[Spring in Fialta]

DAZN is awesome this year if you are a Bundesliga fan. I get Bayern, UEFA and these international games in excellent quality.

Way too expensive for what it is. Customer service is also next level trash. Didn't renew for this year.

 

[Spring in Fialta]

Also lol England

 

[gary69]

Walker of all people scores, nice pass from Kane.

 

[erikhamren]

ISAK finally a goal in the national team

 

[Venkman]

Great pass by Kane for Walker's first England goal.

Konoplia with the overlap creating a 2 on 1 v Chilwell for Ukraine's goal. Henderson doing nothing. Could put Maddison in CM and Rashford/Foden on the left.

 

[Ceremony]

I appreciate your inquiry, although I must point out that your question appears to be somewhat uninformed. Both Georgia and Norway boast several players who are recognizable even to casual fans. If you are not familiar with them, it may indicate a limited awareness beyond your knowledge of Scottish/English football.

It is essential to acknowledge that Scotland does indeed possess several talented players, though offensive capabilities may not be their strongest suit. Furthermore, aside from the Cyprus match, Scotland has often found themselves lacking in possession and facing challenges in terms of shots on goal. This is not a cause for embarrassment; rather, it simply may not be perceived as particularly appealing to a neutral observer.

Moreover, it is worth noting that Norway, in particular, features more well-known players who would be recognized by casual fans. I am not referring solely to those hailing from the British Isles who are primarily acquainted with individuals in the English Premier League or Championship like I am guessing is the case with yourself.

It's probably telling that McGinn and McTominay are the biggest goal threats. Adams is the sort of forward whose biggest value is his workrate and interplay, Dykes his physicality. In about three years Ben Doak is going to be leading the line for club and country and it's going to be some show.

That aside, our best performers are key players for top half EPL sides. The level our best players are at is arguably as high as it's ever been, and probably for the first time in my life it seems like this might continue in the coming years with a decent level of player playing across Europe, rather than Rangers/Celtic and then a few token Championship jobbers. Norway really don't have that level of depth, and Georgia definitely don't. The matches between the teams in the group so far reflect this.

 

[Brunkmeister]

Hein doing good for Estonia. We should be up like 6-0 if it wasn’t for him.