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Hosts Germany beat Scotland 5-1 in Euro 2024 opener

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Thomas Muller and Tony Kroos appreciate their fans after thier 5-1 win over Scotland.[AFP]

Germany thrashed 10-man Scotland 5-1 as the Euro 2024 hosts kicked off the tournament in style in Munich on Friday, the start of a journey they hope culminates in a record fourth continental title.

Florian Wirtz struck the opening goal 10 minutes in and Jamal Musiala soon doubled Germany's lead with an emphatic finish.

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