National Coach Anna Signeul has named the women's squad for the upcoming UEFA Women's Euro qualifying double-header. Scotland meet Israel, who they beat 6-1 on the opening day of the campaign, a week Saturday followed by Republic of Ireland, who were beaten 2-1 at Tynecastle in April thanks to two late goals from Christie Murray and Rhonda Jones, a fortnight today. Scotland are currently in the play-off spot in Group 4, behind group leaders France.
Anna Signeul and Ifeoma Dieke (c) Ger Harley | SportPix Anna Signeul said: "We've passed the half-way point in the campaign now and every match is crucial as we aim to consolidate our place in the group. Although we defeated Israel in the first match, they are a well-organised side, and we can't take them for granted. We had a tough match against Republic of Ireland in April, but we showed our determination to get the result that we needed. We can expect a similar test in Cork. We look forward to playing at Tynecastle again on 16th June, where we always get fantastic backing. I hope the fans are looking forward to a 3pm Saturday kick-off in Edinburgh as much as we are." UEFA Women's Euro 2013 QualifiersScotland v IsraelSaturday 16th June 2012, kick-off 3 pmTynecastle Stadium, Edinburgh,Republic of Ireland v ScotlandThursday 21st June 2012, kick-off 7.30 pmTurner’s Cross Stadium, Cork GoalkeepersGemma Fay (Celtic)(C)Shannon Lynn (Hibernian)DefendersFrankie Brown (Hibernian)Rachel Corsie (Glasgow City)Ifeoma Dieke (Vittsjo GIK)Emma Fernon (Glasgow City)Rhonda Jones (Celtic)Emma Mitchell (Glasgow City)Rachael Small (Forfar Farmington)MidfieldHayley Lauder (Aland United)Kim Little (Arsenal)Joanne Love (Glasgow City)Joelle Murray (Hibernian)Leanne Ross (Glasgow City)Megan Sneddon (Celtic)ForwardsJennifer Beattie (Arsenal)Lisa Evans (Glasgow City)Jane Ross (Glasgow City)Source: FOOTYMAD
