Scotland vs czech republic schick goal11/2/2023 Schick's wonder goal was from 54 yards, making it the longest goal at a Euros or World Cup since 1980, and edging out David Villa's strike from 46.5 yards for Spain against Chile in the 2010 World Cup. But it'll be remembered for Schick's ridiculously audacious, perfectly weighted goal from the halfway line in a 2-0 win for the Czech Republic. Monday's Group D clash at Euro 2020 was meant to be a chance for Scotland to dazzle after a 23-year absence from major tournaments. GLASGOW, Scotland - For at least the next 24 hours, every child in a playground in Scotland will pretend they're Patrik Schick. Patrik Schick's stunning Euros goal spoils Scotland's return to the spotlight as Czechs run out winners Schick then scored an audacious effort from long-range, as the ball rolled to him on the halfway line and he lobbed home an incredible shot from distance to stun Hampden Park.You have reached a degraded version of because you're using an unsupported version of Internet Explorer.įor a complete experience, please upgrade or use a supported browser Just before half time Schick gave the Czech Republic the lead, as a fine cross from Vladimir Coufal after a set piece was half-cleared found the Bayer Leverkusen forward and he nodded home the opener.Īfter the break Scotland went so close to an equalizer, as Jack Hendry hit the bar. Robertson was then denied by Tomas Vaclik after being set clean through, as the Scotland captain tried to catch the Czech goalkeeper out at the near post. Scotland then had a good chance as Stuart Armstrong and Andy Robertson combined to set up Lyndon Dykes, but his flick at the near post went wide. Schick had the first big chance of the game as his low shot was saved by David Marshall, as Scotland complained about a possible foul in the build up. Scotland started well as John McGinn and Scott McTominay dominated midfield, in a great battle with Tomas Soucek. Man of the Match: Patrik Schick - Who else? Two goals, including that amazing goal, and he showed his quality. That is very dangerous against an England side that loves to counter. That sets it up perfectly as a spectacle and although Scotland won’t go all-out from the start at Wembley, they will have to go for the win in the second half. All eyes on England for Tartan Army: Scotland would have wanted to go into the game against their old foes with at least a point on the board, but now it’s pretty much win or bust for the Scots. They didn’t take their chances and they were punished.ģ. After waiting 21 years to get back into a major tournament, this was a harsh lesson for Scotland to learn. Understandably they looked a little nervous and didn’t really seize the moment. Scotland snatch at chances: Andy Robertson had a great chance in the first half when it was 0-0 but he snatched at the effort a little, and that summed up Scotland’s day. Between the boxes there wasn’t much in this, but Schick made the difference.Ģ. The Leverkusen forward sent home a great header in the first half to set the Czech Republic on their way, then scored a goal that will be the best of this tournament, and probably most other tournaments. Schick makes the difference: This was a tight game, which Scotland played a big part in, but Schick made the difference. 3 things we learned, Scotland - Czech Republicġ.
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