Scotland head coach Pedro Martinez Losa has been speaking to the media after announcing his squad for the upcoming Euro 2025 play-off against Hungary.
Here are the main points from his press conference:
Says it’s great to have Caroline Weir back in the squad, and believes she will be fit to start the game, having played for club Real Madrid this season.
Admits that her return will be emotional for her and the squad but she brings energy and confidence to the side.
Emma Watson has been training and playing for Manchester United’s youth side and is in contention to start for Scotland but they will evaluate that when she’s with the squad.
Believes having these “key players” back will help the squad, and insists their talent will help in the final third where Scotland have struggled at times in recent games.
On hopefully leading Scotland to the Euros, he says it would be the “highlight of his career” and he believes this squad can achieve that and can compete at a good level if they get there.
On captain Rachel Corsie missing out, Martinez Losa stresses she will be a “big loss” on and off the pitch but acknowledges it gives others an opportunity to step up. Admits he hasn’t decided who will captain the side in her absence.
Martinez Losa has been impressed by Shannon MacGregor since her move to Celtic and says she has “evolved as a player”. Says it is exciting being able to give her an opportunity to prove herself with the national side.
