U18 sides taste opening day defeats in Santander

Scotland’s U18 sides both tasted defeat on the opening day of the EuroHockey U18 Championships in Santander, Spain.

Scotland U18 Women were narrowly beaten by France, Gabrielle Verrier’s shot from the right of the circle into the net five minutes from half-time the only goal in what was a close contest.

The Scots face Belgium tomorrow at 12.15 BST, who were on the receiving end of a comprehensive 9-2 loss from tournament favourites Netherlands.

Scotland U18 Men found the going tough against Germany in their first match of the competition, losing 7-0. Tomorrow they face Ireland in the second match at 16.45 BST.

Please visit the EuroHockey U18 Championship website for more information.

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