On Wednesday, June 19, Germany defeated Hungary 2-0 in Group A, with Ilkay Gundogan setting up a goal for Jamal Musiala and scoring one of his own to become the host country the first to advance to the Euro 2024 knockout stages. The Germans are certain to be among the top four third-place teams after winning their first two games. If Switzerland is defeated later on Wednesday against Scotland, they will be in the top two of the group.
Hungary would likewise not be able to place in the top two in such case. In the 22nd minute, Musiala, who was playing in his hometown, gave the Germans the lead. Gundogan had pushed the ball into his path due to appalling Hungarian defense, and the 21-year-old didn't need a second invitation to slam it in via a defender.