Ireland hold off Scotland to claim third win of the series

Kaz Marshall Sco v IRE

Scotland women lost 1-0 to Ireland in the final match of the test series against a tough Irish side one place above them in the world rankings.

The game, like the previous two fixtures, was a close competitive match with the visitors just edging the result through clinical finishing.

Ireland looked the most likely side to score in the first half but found Scotland’s goalkeeper Lucy Camlin on top form. Ireland won two penalty corners; the first was well saved by Camlin low to her right, while the other sailed over the bar.

The Scots’ best chance of the half came in 24 minutes when both Sarah Jamieson and Emma McGregor flashed shots goal-wards only to be blocked by the Irish goalkeeper.

As the half drew to a close the Irish were awarded two further penalty corners, neither were successful and the half ended goalless.

The Scots were caught cold in the opening minute of the second half when they conceded another penalty corner, despite a brilliant double save from Camlin, but Ireland`s Nicola Daly was on hand to force the ball home.

Skrastin Sco v IRE

The reversal stimulated the Scots into action – they won two penalty corners but both of Kareena Cuthbert`s efforts were blocked. Then the Western Wildcats player had a good run and shot but it went wide of the target.

Although the Irish gained two further set pieces, the Scots continued to search for the equaliser. Another penalty corner was forthcoming but this time Cuthbert`s shot was charged down by an Irish defender.

Scotland, with a strong support at their back continued to press for the elusive goal as they moved the ball around the pitch at pace. Ireland battled hard at the back to keep Scotland at bay.In the closing minutes a cross by Millie Brown created a scramble in the circle but the danger was cleared and Ireland`s single strike separated the sides at the final hooter.

Photos by John Preece

 

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