Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann appealed to the nation to back his side to the hilt as the hosts prepare to open Euro 2024 on Friday against Scotland. Germany flopped in the last three major men’s tournaments but optimism is growing among fans that they can perform better on home soil. “I want us to unite as a country and cheer the German national team on, including in the stadium. It’s hugely important. We have to utilize the home advantage we have somehow,” Nagelsmann told a news conference in Munich on Thursday. “So please be loud tomorrow. I’m happy when I can communicate with the players …