“We never stop” – Scotland leaves it too late to save a damp, friendly sneer

Who knows what the football gods are up to with all this late drama in Scotland internationals, but they could save us all for a few years if they showed a little kindness.

Andreatta said earlier in the week that her players were “inspired” by the heroics of Steve Clarke’s team and wanted to equal their achievement by reaching the 2027 World Cup.

This official journey will begin in March when Group D, which includes Belgium, Israel and Luxembourg, kicks off, but this friendly match against Ukraine, and Tuesday’s match against China, was to ensure that they enter this campaign in the best possible form.

This was more than just a damp sarcasm.

Hopes increased after the exciting display in which he scored seven goals against Switzerland last month. Although it ended in defeat, the display at Dunfermline was controlled as the Scots produced an attacking performance that kept punters off their seats.

The observers in Jerez had no such excitement and could instead focus on perfecting their tan in the scorching heat.

“I think in the first 30 minutes of the first half, we were really in control and good on the ball,” Andreatta said.

“Then we lost our way a little bit and forced things back to normal, and it cost us. Good teams, teams in good shape, will hurt you.

“The quality of our final pass combined with the numbers in the box to convert our chances [is something we need to work on improve on].

“Converting chances is the hardest part of the game, but it’s something the girls realize and know we’re making strides forward to improve.”