Scotland's hopes of reach the Round of 16 hang by a thread.

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The Tartan Army were halted in their tracks by a destructive, dominant Germany display in the opening match.

Many expected them to lose at the hands of the hosts, but the manner of defeat raised big questions.

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However, a far more encouraging performance against Switzerland saw the Scots come away with a draw.

The top two teams from each group, plus the four best third-placed sides, will qualify for the round of 16 – but who will be waiting for Scotland should they make it through?

RadioTimes.com looks at the most likely path Scotland may tread if they advance through the rounds at Euro 2024.

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Who could Scotland play in the round of 16?

If Scotland finish second in Group A: They will face the runners-up of Group B (Spain, Croatia, Italy, Albania) in Berlin on Saturday 29th June.

Unfortunately for the Scots, that may well be Spain, Croatia or Italy.

If Scotland qualify third in Group A: They will face either the winner of Group B in Cologne on Sunday 30th June, winner of Group E (Ukraine, Slovakia, Belgium, Romania) on Tuesday 2nd of July or winner of Group F (Portugal, Czech Republic, Georgia, Turkey) in Frankfurt on Monday 1st July.

This is likely to be Spain, Belgium or Portugal.

Our predicted opponent: Spain, Belgium or Portugal

Who could Scotland play in the quarter-finals?

If Scotland finish second in Group A: The Scots are likely to face England in Dusseldorf on Saturday 6th July.

If Scotland qualify third in Group A: Scotland's path beyond the round of 16 should they qualify as one of the best third-placed sides can't be predicted until the group stages are finished, as it's based on which other third-placed teams qualify.

Our predicted opponent: England

Who could Scotland play in the semi-finals?

If Scotland finish second in Group A: They would probably face France or Belgium as their in Dortmund on Wednesday 10th July.

Our predicted opponent: France

Who could Scotland play in the final?

The Euro 2024 Final will take place at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on Sunday 14th July.

If Scotland finish second in Group A: They would likely face hosts Germany in a repeat of the tournament opener.

Our predicted opponent: Germany

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Michael PottsSport Editor, RadioTimes.com
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