While a controversial penalty saw Scotland lose 2-1 to England, it did not stop fans enjoying a historic moment as they scored their first goal at the Women's World Cup.
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Nicola Sturgeon, the Women's National Team patron, was captured enjoying the moment as Claire Emslie scored a historic goal in the second half of the opening game.
Captured by Brenna Jessie, the video shows the First Minister, Hannah Bardell and others celebrating.
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Ach well we didnae win, but my god this is not a moment I'll forget in a hurry (watch 'til the end 😂)! So proud of you @ScotlandNT ♥ 🏴 #OurGirlsOurGame #SWNT #ENGSCO pic.twitter.com/jZIVK7wGit
— Brenna (@brennajessie_) June 9, 2019
The First Minister tweeted: “Scotland did us proud tonight. Great second half performance in particular. I know they will be disappointed not to take a point but so many positives to build on for the next match. Well done and good luck on Friday.”
Tfw @ScotlandNT score their first goal in a World Cup!! (photo courtesy of @brennajessie_ ) #OurGirlsOurGame #SCO pic.twitter.com/ULLvnRHPWH
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) June 9, 2019
Nikita Parris scored a 14th-minute penalty and Ellen White added a curled finish shortly before the break with Scotland dominating much of the second half. The Scottish side next face Japan in Rennes on Friday
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