Gundogan: “The ankle is fine. “Just a big blow.”

Ilkay GundoganThe Barcelona midfielder spoke after Germany’s resounding 5-1 win over Scotland in the opening match of the European Cup and referred to the terrifying tackle he received from Porteous that left him fearing the worst for the national team captain. Mannshaft.

“The ankle is fine, nothing serious. Just a big blow.” assured Gundogan on 2DF microphones. The Barcelona player, who had played the full 90 minutes, was brutally hit on the ankle by Scotsman Porteous. The game ended with a penalty in favor of Germany and the removal of the visiting player.

About the match Gundogan commented on this “I had a good feeling before the game.”. That feeling was finally reflected in his side’s 5-1 win over Scotland, with goals Florian Wirtz (10), Jamal Musiala (19), Kai Havertz (penalty, 45+1), Niklas Füllkrug (68) and Emre Can (90+3).

The German footballer also emphasized that he feels very comfortable on the field thanks to the support of the fans: “The public passed on their euphoria to us, we needed it.”

Germany will play their second group stage match on June 19 against Hungary in Stuttgart and will close the championship on the 23rd against Swiss Frankfurt.