Scotland suffered a 2-1 defeat against the Netherlands at Hampden Park, allowing a half-time lead to slip. Emma Lawton's first goal gave Scotland hope, but the visitors responded strongly in the second half, with goals from Lineth Beerensteyn and Chasity Grant sealing the win. Interim head coach Michael McArdle made several adjustments following an earlier loss to Austria, yet Scotland's inability to withstand Dutch pressure was evident. Meanwhile, Northern Ireland triumphed dramatically over Bosnia and Herzegovina thanks to a last-minute brace by Simone Magill, showcasing their tenacity in Group B1.
Scotland's second half struggles were evident as they lost their lead, showing a lack of resilience against the Netherlands, who capitalized on their pressure with two goals.
Despite Emma Lawton's first international goal providing a strong start for Scotland, the team ultimately faltered, failing to defend their lead and suffering another defeat.
Michael McArdle's tactical changes aimed at revamping Scotland's performance post-Austria defeat did not yield the desired outcome, showcasing the team's ongoing challenges.
Northern Ireland's late comeback victory against Bosnia and Herzegovina highlighted both the dramatic shifts in momentum in women's football and the resilience within their squad.
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