Scotland’s UEFA Euro 2024 campaign came to a heart-wrenching conclusion with a devastating defeat against Hungary, marking Scott McTominay’s debut and departure from Europe’s premier football tournament. Despite commanding possession in their final Group A encounter, Scotland struggled to convert their dominance into meaningful opportunities, underscoring the unpredictable nature of football under the guidance of manager Steve Clarke.

The match’s decisive moment arrived deep into stoppage time when Kevin Csoboth struck the lone goal that sealed Hungary’s victory. This defeat not only spelled the end of Scotland’s tournament aspirations but also meant McTominay, the first Manchester United player in the squad, had to bid an early farewell to the competition.

Throughout the game earlier today, McTominay was a constant presence on the pitch under Clarke’s watchful eye. Despite his efforts, the 27-year-old midfielder managed just 34 touches, the fewest among players who completed the full 90 minutes of play.

McTominay had featured prominently in all three of Scotland’s group stage matches, with his standout moment being the crucial goal he scored against Switzerland in their second game. Despite his contributions, Scotland ultimately fell short in their bid to progress to the Round of 16.

The match against Hungary saw an additional 10 minutes of stoppage time due to a serious injury sustained by Barnabas Varga. The Hungarian striker suffered a severe collision resulting in unconsciousness and required urgent hospitalization. Thankfully, Varga has since recovered from this perilous situation.