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Scotland need to lose heavily to England to save Olympics hopes - but captain blasts 'disrespectful' suggestion

Lauren Hemp of England battles for possession Christy Grimshaw of Scotland during the UEFA Women's Nations League match between England and Scotland at Stadium of Light on September 22, 2023 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker - The FA/The FA via Getty Images).

Scotland host England in a crucial Women's Nations League game at Hampden Park on Wednesday night, but a bizarre set of circumstances means that the squad might be better off losing.

With the Olympic Games in France coming next summer, Team GB's hopes of qualifying rest on England's shoulders. Due to the nature of sport in the UK, England were nominated in women's football as the nation to try and earn Team GB's spot at the Games. Should they win, then players from Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales can then play next summer. 

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