As Scotland gears up for its second consecutive appearance at the European Championship final, the anticipation surrounding the Euro 2024 draw is palpable. Fans are eager to see who Steve Clarke’s side will be pitted against next summer in Germany, following their impressive qualification campaign that has heightened expectations.
Unlike their 2020 qualification, the Tartan Army won’t need the drama of a penalty shoot-out victory. With the top two from each of the six groups advancing to the round of 16, along with the four best third-placed finishers, Scotland aims to go beyond their previous group-stage finish.
The draw, set to take place at 17:00 GMT on Saturday at the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, will place Scotland in Pot 3. However, the celebration of avoiding the bottom pot is tempered by the presence of Italy, Switzerland, and Serbia among the supposedly easier opponents.
In a twist of fate, Scotland might face tough competition from winners of the March play-offs, with Wales, Poland, Greece, Ukraine, and group-stage opponents Georgia as potential adversaries. The draw will also see Scotland avoiding higher-ranked sides like Netherlands and Croatia, creating a challenging yet exciting scenario.
With Pot 1 housing some of the world’s top teams, including France, England, Portugal, Belgium, and Spain, the odds of an intense matchup are high. Germany, despite a drop in rankings, poses a formidable challenge, especially with the home advantage.
As speculation runs rife about potential match ups, fans are invited to share their preferences. Who would you like Scotland to face, and who should they steer clear of? Share your thoughts below as the excitement builds for the Euro 2024 draw.
