Sad Scotland routed by Russia
Sunday, August 28, 2005
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Russia 6-0 Scotland Russia continued their commanding start to Group 4 by putting the Scots to the sword in Moscow.
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Russia continued their commanding start to FIFA Women's World Cup qualifying Group 4 by putting Scotland to the sword in Moscow.
Morozova opener
Russia defeated the Republic of Ireland 5-1 last month, and were soon on course for another emphatic victory today as Elena Morozova (13), Natalia Barbachina (24) and Tatiana Skotnikova (25) each found the net before half-time.
Danilova joy
Subsitute Elena Danilova, promoted to the senior ranks following a superlative showing at the UEFA European Women's Under-19 Championship, Olga Letiouchova and Valentina Savchenkova did likewise after the interval to complete a miserable day for Anna Signeul's team.
