The Netherlands, Scotland, Republic of Ireland, and Finland advanced to the final round of the Women’s World Cup qualifying playoffs after securing victories in their respective two-legged semi-final ties on Tuesday.
The Dutch women’s team defeated Hungary 3-0 in Tilburg, following an 8-0 away win on Friday, to progress with a 11-0 aggregate score. Esmee Brugts, Lineth Beerensteyn, and Damaris Egurrola scored first-half headers, with defender Isa Kardinaal making her international debut late in the match. The Netherlands will now face Slovenia in the final playoff round between Nov. 26 and Dec. 5, with the first leg away .
Scotland overcame the Czech Republic 3-2 on the night, winning 5-2 on aggregate, to set up a final playoff against Sweden .
The Republic of Ireland routed Kazakhstan 4-0 in Cork, completing a 12-0 aggregate triumph. Captain Katie McCabe and midfielder Denise O’Sullivan returned to the starting lineup after missing the first leg .
Finland secured their place by defeating Serbia 3-1 in the second leg, winning 6-2 on aggregate. Captain Emma Koivisto and Nea Lehtola scored, with 19-year-old Olivia Ulenius sealing the victory in stoppage time. Finland will next face Italy, who advanced after a 3-1 aggregate win over Belarus .
