Former Scotland midfielder Joelle Murray has emphasized the importance of veteran presence within the national squad. She insists that experienced players, specifically Caroline Weir and Erin Cuthbert, will be crucial in ensuring the team remains focused. Murray believes their leadership is essential for the upcoming challenge as Scotland prepares to face Israel.
The World Cup qualifier is scheduled for Friday night, with a return meeting between the two sides set for Tuesday. However, the matches are taking place in Budapest rather than a home venue. UEFA has ruled that no matches can be held in Israel due to security reasons, prompting the change in location.
Murray commented on the implications of the venue change for the team's competitive strategy. She acknowledged the difficulty of losing the benefit of a home crowd. "It's not ideal, you lose that home advantage on one of the legs, but it's a situation outwith their control," said Murray regarding the circumstances.
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