Scotland women’s national football team

Leanne Ross, Scotland’s most‑decorated former player and current assistant coach, says the team’s upcoming play‑off double‑header against the Czech Republic is a huge opportunity to finally reach a World Cup. She highlights the quality and “magic” of the squad and hopes to end Scotland’s eight‑year wait for a major tournament appearance.

Scotland women’s national team have named a 26‑player squad for the first round of the World Cup qualifying play‑offs, bringing back versatile forward Sam Kerr and Newcastle striker Martha Thomas after long absences. Coach Melissa Andreatta highlighted Kerr’s ability to play multiple positions as a key asset as the side prepares for matches in the Czech Republic and at St Mirren Park.