In this week’s episode of The Women’s Football Show, Kerry Pollock is joined by Cheryl Smith, Cara Henderson, and Alison McConnell to break down a challenging week in Scottish women’s football. From Scotland’s heavy defeat to Germany in the UEFA Nations League to Celtic’s struggles in the SWPL, the panel offers detailed insights, analysis, and honest opinions. ⚽ KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED: 🇩🇪 Scotland 0-4 Germany – What went wrong for Scotland women’s national team? Alison McConnell and the team assess Scotland’s defensive issues and lack of cutting edge. Cara Henderson stresses the learning value of playing top-ranked nations, while Cheryl Smith discusses tactical tweaks and whether the defeat was harsh or fair. Manager Pedro Martínez Losa’s interim spell and the impact of squad transition also come under the microscope. 🏟️ Is League A helping or hurting Scotland? Debate on whether playing elite nations helps development or damages confidence during a difficult transition period. The importance of long-term structure, increased investment, and building a competitive domestic league. 🌍 Bridging the gap with world-class opposition How can Scotland close the gap on top-tier teams like Germany and the Netherlands? The panel discusses the roles of Erin Cuthbert and Caroline Weir, and the need for more Scottish players performing at elite club level. 🟢⚪ Celtic Women – Must-win against Rangers? Celtic are in a poor run of form with three straight losses. Can they realistically aim for second—or even third? Sunday’s Old Firm clash could define their season, with Rangers chasing a potential treble. 💔 Queen’s Park axes women’s team and academy Reaction to the shocking decision by Queen’s Park to cut funding for their women’s team and youth academy. Cara gives a heartfelt response as a player, while Alison and Cheryl highlight the precarious state of the women’s game and the need for sustainable investment. 📊 SWPL Weekend Preview Hibs vs Hearts: Could Eva Olid’s side leapfrog Celtic? Rangers vs Celtic: A must-win for Joe Potter’s side to regain momentum. 🗣️ PLAYER SPOTLIGHT: Hear what Erin Cuthbert had to say post-match: “We want to be hard to beat. We’re disappointed—no excuses. We need to keep clean sheets and take our chances.” 🎧 Join us again next week as we break down the return leg of Germany vs Scotland, assess the SWPL title race, and bring you the latest from across the women’s game. 📣 Comment below: What did you make of Scotland’s performance against Germany? Can Celtic bounce back in the league? 📌 Subscribe for more from the Women’s Football Show, plus exclusive interviews and coverage from PLZ Soccer. #womensfootball #womenssoccer #swpl
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