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Scotland Returns to Soccer’s Heights, Trailed by Its Tartan Army (New York Times) "One of soccer’s most celebrated fan groups is reveling in a rare chance to support its team in a major tournament, regardless of how the games go..." Patrik Schick’s 50-yard stunner spoils Scotland’s Euros return (Irish Times, Arab News etc. ) "The marquee moment of this tournament thus far, provided by Schick, punctured Scottish hope. The finish was of immense quality. Still, Scotland will rue Hendry opting to shoot rather than retain possession, allowing the ball to break into Schick’s path. Marshall leapt despairingly into his own net, after the ball. Marshall’s starting position, 40 yards from goal, also looked questionable... progress from Group D already looks a huge ask." futaa.com (South Africa) "With Scotland chasing an equaliser, the Czechs had their moment of magic in the 52nd minute and it was Schick once again with what could be the goal of the tournament... Scotland had half-chances to try and get back in the game, but they were always going to have it rough after allowing the second goal." Scotland stunned by Czechs' Schick on Euro return (New Straits Times ) "Scotland's long-awaited return to a major international tournament was ruined by Patrik Schick's slick finishing as the Czech Republic won 2-0 at Hampden on Monday to move top of Euro 2020 Group D. ... Beating old rivals England would more than make amends for the Tartan Army's disappointment, but Scotland now have a mountain to climb if they are to prevent their long-awaited adventure ending in familiar fashion."