Two teams who are well on their way to upsetting the continental apple cart lock horns in Tuesday’s Euro 2024 qualifying Group A showdown as Scotland host Georgia at Hampden Park. The hosts made it three wins from three with a remarkable 2-1 come-from-behind victory over Norway on Saturday, while Willy Sagnol‘s side also left it late to get the better of Cyprus by the same scoreline.
A perceived sense of justice prevailed during Scotland’s sojourn to Norway on Saturday, as Steve Clarke‘s men sought to continue their unexpected perfect start to life in Group A after seeing off Cyprus and Spain in March’s opening battles.
Spain’s involvement in the Nations League finals means that La Roja will have the chance to respond further down the line, but for now, Scotland can revel in a wonderful start to proceedings as they vie for back-to-back appearances at the European Championships.
Hampden Park is not normally a happy hunting ground for visiting nations either, as Scotland have won each of their last five home games while conceding just one goal in the process, but their closest challengers can be sure to provide another stern test.
Home advantage always seems to play its part when Scotland and Georgia butt heads, and Tuesday’s game should be no different in front of a jubilant Tartan Army.
Sagnol’s side will no doubt give the Scots a good run for their money, but defensive solidity is not the visitors’ forte, and Clarke’s side can wear down the Crusaders’ backline to steer further clear at the summit.
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