223 days ago Scotland were left humiliated after a 6-0 humbling by England and relegation from League A in the Nations League. Seven months on, smiles were beaming as they secured top spot after an undefeated Group B2 campaign.
"We were disappointed to get relegated, but I think it’s the best thing that could have happened to us."Scotland were left humiliated after their 6-0 humbling by EnglandSeven months on, smiles were beaming, arms embracing and feet dancing.
They won't need to do that to reach their first major tournament under the Spaniard, but they will need to overcome two, two-legged play-off ties which begin in October... and the team are full of faith. Six games, five wins, one draw, twelve goals scored and just one conceded makes for very pleasant reading.
The manner in which it has been achieved - as one of only three undefeated sides across Leagues A and B - is what stands out, particularly given the challenges this campaign has presented.on matchday one in Serbia and a fairly flat first win against Slovakia at Hampden, the first camp failed to galvanise the support in the stands that a corner had been turned.A ruthlessness appeared in their free-flowing attack and a stability formed in their steely defence.
"It’s been a big effort, we are out of season. This window is far from ideal, apart from for two people who are in season. "I don’t want to hear people in the changing room, at my club and at everyone else’s club, talking about the tournament when are you going, who’s in your group," she said.Never a player to shy away from pressure, Cuthbert is excited by the play-offs in the knowledge the squad - should - be sharper, and of the possible return of fellow midfield magician, Caroline Weir, who watched on from the stands in Maryhill.
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