Germany Thrashes Hungary 5-1 in Euro 2024 Opener
Biggest Opening Game Win in Euros History
Match Highlights and Stats
In a resounding display of dominance, Germany crushed Hungary 5-1 in their opening game of the UEFA Euro 2024 on Tuesday, June 17, 2024. The victory marks the largest margin of victory in an opening game in the tournament's history.
Germany's relentless attack proved too much for Hungary, as they surged to a commanding lead by halftime. Timo Werner opened the scoring in the 11th minute, followed by goals from Thomas Müller (20'), Kai Havertz (25'), and Serge Gnabry (35').
Hungary briefly rallied in the second half with a goal from Ádám Szalai (55'), but Germany extinguished any hopes of a comeback with a strike from Leroy Sané in the 72nd minute. The emphatic win propels Germany to the top of Group F, while Hungary sits at the bottom.
For more information on the match, including statistics, lineups, and highlights, visit ESPN or the UEFA website.
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