Scotland hold their nerve for play-off win over Czechia

It was another step towards the final in Brazil and next month the Scots will take on Sweden

By Gianni Marini · STV News

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 11:14 AM

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Scotland defeated Czechia 3-2 to win their Women's World Cup play-off tie 5-2 on aggregate.
Lauren Davidson, Kathleen McGovern, and Christy Grimshaw scored the goals for Scotland.
Denisa Vesela and Klara Cahynova provided the goals for the visitors.

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Scotland advanced to round two of the Women's World Cup play-offs after defeating Czechia 3-2 at St Mirren's Marbill Coaches Stadium, securing a 5-2 aggregate victory. Despite falling behind twice to early goals from Denisa Vesela and Klara Cahynova, Melissa Andreatta's side responded through Lauren Davidson, Kathleen McGovern, and Christy Grimshaw to earn the win.

Scotland suffered an early setback when captain Caroline Weir was injured during the warm-up and replaced by Claire Emslie. After turning the match around with strong second-half substitutions, Scotland will now face Sweden in the next play-off round.

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Scotland hold their nerve for play-off win over Czechia

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