Jan-Lennard Struff has an impressive record of 17 wins and 12 losses this season, highlighting his strong form. He has already secured significant victories and is in good shape.

Struff’s powerful playing style and strong serve are particularly effective on grass.

Struff has often dominated in previous encounters against similar opponents. His ability to win crucial points and control matches gives him an advantage against Nakashima, who has yet to fully prove himself on this surface.

Germany has consistently scored in recent matches, including victories against strong opponents like France and the Netherlands. Their attack is well-staffed and is expected to find the net against Scotland as well.

Despite their defensive issues, Scotland has proven in the qualifiers that they can score against top teams, primarily through counter-attacks. Players like John McGinn and Lawrence Shankland have shown they can find the net even under pressure.

Opening matches in major tournaments like EURO 2024 are often intense and lead to unpredictable results. Both teams will be motivated to make a strong statement, which could result in an open game with opportunities on both sides.