Scotland Eliminated from Euro 2025 Play-offs

Scotland's hopes of qualifying for Euro 2025 were dashed with a 2-0 defeat to Finland in Helsinki, following a goalless first leg. Finnish defender Natalia Kuikka opened the scoring in the eighth minute, and Nea Lehtola doubled the lead just 20 minutes later, leaving Scotland unable to mount a comeback. This loss marks the third consecutive major tournament that Scotland has failed to qualify for under head coach Pedro Martinez Losa, raising questions about his future despite a previous nine-game unbeaten streak. Scotland's inability to convert chances and their defensive lapses proved costly, as they struggled to score across the two-leg tie. The defeat continues a troubling trend for the Scots, who will now watch the tournament from home once again.