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Germany’s core team got a rest on Thursday after beating Hungary 2-0 for a place in the Euro 2024 round of 16, with only the other squad members on the training pitch. The rest will be helpful as Hungary were a stronger opponent the previous day than Scotland, who the Germans beat 5-1 in last week’s tournament opener. The victories see Germany advance at the home tournament but they also want to finish top of Group A, for which a draw is needed in the final game on Sunday against Switzerland. Coach Julian Nagelsmann has dismissed suggestions he may rotate the squad. He said coming first will b…

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