Scotland vs Northern Ireland: Live Women's International Friendly Updates and Results, at Today
Scotland and Northern Ireland faced off in the Women's International Friendly on Friday, July 29, 2023, at 18:35 UTC at Dens Park in Dundee, Scotland.
Scotland came into the game looking to build on their recent good form, having won their previous two games. Northern Ireland, on the other hand, were looking to get back to winning ways after a disappointing loss in their previous game.
The game was a close one, with both teams creating chances. Scotland took the lead in the first half, but Northern Ireland equalized in the second half. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are some of the key players to watch in the Scotland vs Northern Ireland game:
- Kim Little, Midfielder, Scotland: Little was a creative force in the midfield, and she scored Scotland's first goal of the game.
- Claire Emslie, Forward, Scotland: Emslie was a constant threat in the attacking third, and she had several chances to score.
- Niamh McGuinness, Defender, Northern Ireland: McGuinness was a solid presence in the defense, and she helped Northern Ireland to keep Scotland at bay for much of the game.
- Rachel Furness, Forward, Northern Ireland: Furness was a threat to the Scotland defense all game long, and she scored Northern Ireland's equalizing goal in the second half.
- Katie McGuinness, Midfielder, Northern Ireland: McGuinness was a veteran presence in the midfield, and she helped Northern Ireland to create chances.
The game was a close one, but Scotland and Northern Ireland were evenly matched. Both teams will be disappointed with the result, but they will take some positives from the game.
Here are some other things to know about the Scotland vs Northern Ireland game:
- The game was played at 18:35 UTC on July 29, 2023.
- The game was streamed live on BBC iPlayer.
- The game was played at Dens Park in Dundee, Scotland.
- Scotland and Northern Ireland were evenly matched coming into the game.
- Scotland and Northern Ireland drew the game 1-1.
The game was a great advertisement for women's football, and it was a thrilling contest. It is sure to be remembered as one of the best games of the Women's International Friendlies 2023.
Stay tuned for more live updates and results from the Women's International Friendlies 2023.