GERMANY head into their second Euro 2024 group stage as the most in-form team of the tournament.
The hosts hammered Scotland 5-1 to lay down a marker to their rivals.
Meanwhile, Hungary were beaten 3-1 by Switzerland in their very first match of the tournament.
Germany showed ruthless all-out attack against Scotland with Jamal Musiala the star man.
But Arsenal’s Kai Havertz also got a goal and assist to give him the perfect start to the tournament.
Germany have failed to hit the same heights of their 2014 World Cup win in recent tournaments following a transitional period.
But they look to have come out the other end of it with a fearsome mix of experience and prospect.
Ex-Chelsea centre-back and two-time Champions League winner Antonio Rudiger at the heart of defence and former Manchester City star Ilkay Gundogan in midfield.
Hungary have it all to do to pull of what would be a remarkable upset but their form heading into the Euros offered some hope.
But if the opening match is anything to go by, Germany are in no mood to show mercy.
Well, Germany are the top scorers after one game played following their rout over the Scots in which they had five different scorers.
Germany’s last defeat came in November against Austria in a 2-0 friendly.
Hungary’s form heading into the Euros was surprisingly stellar, losing just ONCE in two years, a 2-1 friendly defeat to Ireland.
Germany’s free-scoring squad came out unscathed after their opening day drubbing.
But Robert Andrich and Jonathan Tah were both booked and could be rested to avoid any suspensions.
Meanwhile, Hungary are still expected to be without Loic Nego or Callum Styles while Serge Gnabry misses the Euros through injury.
Germany had many bright sparks against Scotland but none more so than Bayern Munich’s Musiala.
He started out wide but he had influence all round the pitch, scoring a stunner in the first half.
Hungary striker Martin Adam became an overnight sensation after fans picked up on his hulking physique. He has 13 goals in South Korea’s top flight.
Julian Nagelsmann said: “Hungary is an unpleasant opponent, they can sometimes be wild and they’re difficult to get a hold of.
“There are a lot of free spirits out there.”
Marco Rossi said: “Germany are a different team than the last Euros, they proved it against Scotland.
“In my opinion they are the biggest favourite of the European Championship.”
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