Scotland’s Euro 2025 Hopes Undecided After Goalless Draw with Finland

Scotland’s aspirations for Euro 2025 qualification remain uncertain following a closely contested 0-0 draw against Finland in the initial leg of their play-off tie. The squad, managed by Pedro Martinez Losa, which aims to participate in its first major tournament under the Spanish coach, was largely outplayed for significant portions of the match at Easter Road. A first-half lob from Linda Sallstrom prompted an excellent save from Scotland’s goalkeeper Eartha Cumings, who also successfully dealt with shots on goal both before and after the half-time break. The teams are set to reconvene with the score still level at 0-0 on Tuesday in Helsinki. There, the Scotland women’s team will strive to secure a spot in their second European Championship and their first major finals since the 2019 World Cup. Although Finland possesses a formidable home record, the Scottish side is currently on a nine-game unbeaten run and previously secured a victory in Finland during a friendly match last year.