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Scotland-Israel games to be played behind closed doors amid ‘disruption’ concern
Scotland's Sophie Howard (5) celebrates scoring the opening goal during the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 qualifying match at Hampden Park, Glasgow, April 9, 2024

SCOTLAND’S upcoming Women’s Euro 2025 qualifier against Israel will be played at an empty Hampden following intelligence over “planned disruptions,” it was reported today.

The away fixture, which is due to be played in Hungary, will also be played behind closed doors.

A statement from the Scottish FA read: “Due to updated intelligence and following extensive security consultations with all key parties, the Scottish FA regrets to confirm that the forthcoming qualifier between Scotland and Israel at Hampden Park on May 31 will now be played behind closed doors.

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