Pedro Martinez Losa has been sacked as coach of the Scottish Women's National Team after failing to qualify for Euro 2025.
This comes after a 2-0 defeat in a playoff match in Finland, which led to the team failing to qualify for next summer’s tournament in Switzerland.
The 48-year-old was handed a new contract by the Scottish Football Association to take him to the 2027 World Cup, but the decision has now been made to leave the company with him.
With Nations League matches scheduled for February, the recruitment process is already underway to find his replacement.
Scotland's women last reached a major tournament when Shelley Kerr's side appeared at the 2019 World Cup in France. This was their second consecutive finals appearance.
Anna Signol led them to the UEFA Euro 2017 in the Netherlands, the first time they qualified for a major tournament.
Martinez Losa was appointed after Kerr's side missed the upcoming European Championship, with the Spaniard also losing a World Cup play-off to the Republic of Ireland in 2022.
Ian Maxwell, Chief Executive of the Scottish Football Association: “I would like to thank Pedro for his efforts over the past three and a half years. While we should not lose sight of the recent unbeaten run, and winning promotion from Nations League Group Two, the ultimate goal was “Qualifying for a major tournament again.”
Martinez Losa said: “I am very proud of the journey we have been on as a group and it has been an honor to captain the Scotland Women's National Team. Watching the young talent flourish alongside our experienced players has been one of the highlights of my time here.
Martinez Losa took charge of the Scotland Women's National Team in 2021
“I leave with fond memories and gratitude to my team, the coaching staff and the passionate fans, who have been unwavering in their support. Scotland will always hold a special place in my heart, and I wish the team every success for the future.” “
