Scotland Women begin their qualifying campaign for the 2027 FIFA World Cup in Brazil this week. The national team aims to return to the global tournament for the first time since 2019. Head coach Melissa Andreatta oversees the squad as they navigate a new qualifying format recently established by UEFA, according to the Scottish FA. This structure aligns with the Women's Nations League to determine which European nations secure a place in the finals.
Andreatta's side competes in League A following their previous performance in the Nations League. The top two teams from each League A group will qualify directly for the tournament in South America. Per Sky Sports, those finishing third and fourth must enter a play-off round to determine the final spots. Scotland missed out on the previous World Cup after a narrow play-off defeat to the Republic of Ireland. The current qualifying window features double-header fixtures as teams seek early points in their respective groups, per the Guardian.
