Scotland women defeat France in Dunkirk to make it two wins from two in Euro qualifiers

Scotland 2-0 France

Scotland women made it two wins from two in EuroHockey Qualifier D in Dunkirk with a tremendous 2-0 win over France. Goals from Fiona Burnet and Heather McEwan gave Scotland the victory and keep the Scots top of the table.

It was a very tight opening to the match with both sides battling hard but unable to create any clear cut chances.

Scotland began to ask questions of the hosts in the second quarter, and peppered the French D with passes, but found the defence organised and resolute.

Scotland took the lead early in the second half through a lovely finish by Fiona Burnet. Laura Swanson slipped a neat pass through the defence and Burnet went twisting and turning past the keeper to score. 1-0.

Sarah Jamieson almost doubled Scotland’s lead when she took the ball on a mazy run through the French defence but the final effort was well blocked.

Right before the end of the third quarter a stunning strike by Heather McEwan put Scotland 2-0 ahead. Jen Eadie played the ball to McEwan who fired the ball home on the turn to double Scotland’s lead.

Scotland played the final quarter on the front foot, ending the game strongly, and took the victory with only one game remaining.

Scotland Women’s Head Coach Chris Duncan said, “Of all the games we’ve played this year this one had the most pressure, as the carrot for success is so significant. We want to be back in A Division so these games have always been the biggest target for us, so it’s great to get back-to-back wins.

“The players were really diligent today, and worked hard, with the crowd against us that shows great character. Tournament hockey is all about getting wins so we’ll be out to win our final game and finish the tournament strongly.”

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