Despite the hope it wouldn’t end in the same way it has done previously, Scotland’s dreams were once again shattered at the group stages following their 1-0 defeat to Hungary on Sunday.
Despite a 5-1 thrashing from tournament hosts Germany on opening night, Scott McTominay’s deflected goal in the 1-1 draw with Switzerland handed Steve Clarke’s side a glimmer of hope that they could make the knockout stages of a major tournament for the first time.
However, it wasn’t to be and the Scotland team were sent heading home just days later following the loss to Hungary.
In the aftermath of their elimination, several pundits shared their thoughts on Scotland’s Euro 2024, with former Rangers, Celtic and Manchester United favourites giving fans their verdict.
Here are what 10 pundits have said about Scotland’s Euro 2024 exit - and what needs to happen next.
9. Perry Groves
"I wanted Scotland to go through. I don't think Steve Clarke and John Carver had a plan. It was all in. The substitution didn't make sense (against Hungary). It was crying out for Ryan Christie at half-time. They had no shots, no corners - it was passive. Andy Robertson's interview was telling. In this game, they did let the fans down. You want to go out all guns blazing, dying on your sword, sitting in the dressing room thinking 'you know what lads? We gave it our all'. I don't think the Scottish players can think like that." | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
10. Stuart Pearce
"I watched the game amongst Scottish fans. I was desperate for them to have something to cheer. Give them something to shout about, something to get them off their seats. But there was nothing there. They'll look back on that game against Hungary as missed opportunity. That's the difference between going out in the group and progressing - the fans would have went crazy if they made the knockout stages here." | Getty Images