Scotland edged out by England in FIFA Women’s World Cup opener
A valiant Scotland came up just short in their first-ever match at a FIFA Women’s World Cup, as Shelley Kerr’s team was edged out 2-1 by England at the Stade de Nice.
Report from; https://www.scottishfa.co.uk/news/scotland-edged-out-by-england-in-fifa-womens-world-cup-opener/?rid=13925
Claire Emslie’s goal with 11 minutes remaining had given Scotland supporters hope of at least a draw after the concession of two first-half goals, with Lee Alexander keeping Scotland in the match with a string of high-calibre saves.
FIFA Women’s World Cup
England 2-1 Scotland
Sunday, 9 June 2019, kick-off 5pm
Stade de Nice, Nice
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