| Good morning Voornaam It may be Monday morning, but the week is full of hope and possibility as Scotland prepare to face Switzerland in their second game of Euro 2024. Friday may have been a difficult watch, but if any team is able to regroup and rebound, it's us. First up today, from the sports desk, 'embarrassing' England fan chant at Euros prompts Tartan Army comparison as trouble flares in Gelsenkirchen. Sports writer Matt Elder explains: "Musician and activist Billy Bragg has shared a video of England supporters signing the ‘10 German bombers’ song ahead of their opening match at Euro 2024 and insisted Scotland fans would not be heard doing the same. "German police had warned travelling England followers against singing the song – which mocks the death of German casualties during the Second World War – ahead of the tournament but admitted they are largely powerless to prevent it." Read more right here.
Next up, politics. Our Political Editor Alister takes a look at Tony Blair's comments about Scottish Independence. He writes: "The fall-out from Brexit means Scottish independence is "further away than ever", Sir Tony Blair has said. "The former prime minister said the impacts of the EU exit had made people "nervous" of further constitutional change." Read more here. Don't forget that you can keep up with news through out the day from across the country with our daily live blog, which can be found right here. Whatever you're doing, have a brilliant day. From The team at The Scotsman | 