Scotland boss Martinez Losa leaves after Euro 2025 qualification failure

Pedro Martinez Losa has left his role as Scotland Women’s national team head coach after his side failed to qualify for Euro 2025.

Scotland lost 2-0 on aggregate to play-off opponents Finland this month and also missed out on the 2023 World Cup via the play-offs.

Martinez Losa was appointed boss in July 2021 and his contract was set to take him to 2027 but, after another qualifying failure, has decided to step away.

Scotland women last reached a major tournament when Shelley Kerr’s side featured at the 2019 World Cup in France.

“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,” he told the SFA website.

“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.”

The Scottish FA can confirm that Pedro Martínez Losa has left his role as Scotland Women’s National Team Head Coach.

— Scotland National Team (@ScotlandNT) December 13, 2024

The Scottish FA board said they felt a “change is required” ahead of 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 to replace the Spaniard.

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.”