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      Scotland 2-0 Georgia

      Scotland beat Georgia to maintain 100% record

      2023/06/20 23:51
      E4

      Scotland maintained their flawless performance in Group A of Euro 2024 qualifying by defeating Georgia 2-0, although the match experienced a delay of approximately 100 minutes.

      Due to heavy rain, the game at Hampden Park was suspended shortly after starting and eventually resumed at 9:35 pm local time. 

      Nevertheless, Scotland managed to score an early goal through Callum McGregor, who fired a powerful shot into the net after six minutes.

      However, the game was quickly halted due to the unplayable condition of the pitch. Both teams retreated to their changing rooms as Hungarian referee Istvan Vad carefully inspected the field and ground staff worked vigorously to clear the surface water.

      After a lengthy delay, the Scotland players returned to the pitch at around 9:15 pm, but the Georgia squad did not reappear. There was confusion about whether the game would continue.

      An announcement was eventually made that the match would resume at 9:30 pm, around the original finishing time, but it took until 9:35 pm for the ball to be kicked again.

      The hosts' patience paid off when Scott McTominay doubled their lead just two minutes after the restart.

      In stoppage time, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia missed a penalty for Georgia, allowing Steve Clarke's team to secure an eight-point lead at the top of the group.

      With wins over Cyprus and Spain in March, and a remarkable comeback against Norway on Saturday, Scotland now has 12 points and are top of the group.



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      POLL RESULTS
      SCOTLAND
      DRAW
      GEORGIA

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      LH
      2023-06-21 01h24m by lhalliday_bart
      Finally, the players returned to the field and the game resumed with the hosts in control. Johnny Russell added a second goal in extra time to secure a 2-0 victory.

      What a night! Despite the delay and confusion the Scotland team dug deep and got the job done against a stubborn Georgia side. Well done lads
      2023-06-21 01h15m by l_10_brownfield
      But Scotland eventually managed to see out the win when Ryan Christie added a late second.

      What a night for Scotland! From kick off to the final whistle this was an incredible performance in the face of adversity!
      JW
      2023-06-21 00h59m by jwhiteheadbarnes
      Ultimately, the referee restarted proceedings around 20 minutes later and Scotland were able to secure the victory thanks to an Andy Robertson goal in the 86th minute.

      What a game! Scotland showing their resilience and determination to get the job done despite a huge delay.
      2023-06-21 00h34m by eedwards
      It was finally decided that the match could resume and Scotland eventually secured a second goal through Ryan Fraser in the 86th minute.

      Superb team performance by Scotland tonight, against all the odds! Well done lads!
      classic matches
      U Tuesday, 20 June 2023 - 19:45
      Hampden Park
      István Vad
      2-0
      Callum McGregor 6'
      Scott McTominay 47'
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