Pedro Martinez Losa departs as Scotland Women boss after Euro 2025 blow

Pedro Martinez Losa has left his role as Scotland Women’s National Team head coach.

It comes after a 2-0 play-off defeat in Finland saw the team fail to reach Euro 2025.

Martinez Losa was appointed boss in July 2021 and his contract was set to take him to 2027 but after another qualifying failure – Scotland last reached a major tournament in 2019 – questions were raised of the Spaniard.

The Scottish FA board said they felt a “change is required” ahead of upcoming fixtures against Austria, Germany and Netherlands, and in preparation for 2027 FIFA World Cup qualifying.

They confirmed the recruitment process for the role would begin immediately.

Ian Maxwell, Scottish FA chief executive, said: “I would like to thank Pedro for his efforts over the past three and a half years. While we shouldn’t lose sight of the recent unbeaten run, and winning promotion from Nations League Group B, the primary objective was to qualify for a major tournament again.”

Pedro Martinez Losa said: “I am immensely proud of the journey we have undertaken as a group and it has been a privilege to lead the Scotland Women’s National Team. Watching young talent flourish alongside our experienced players has been a highlight of my time here.

“I leave with fond memories and gratitude to my squad, backroom staff, and the passionate supporters, who have been unwavering in their backing. Scotland will always hold a special place in my heart, and I wish the team every success in the future.”