Scotland opened their EuroHockey campaign with a 3-0 defeat by England in Germany, and now must re-group ahead of their clash with Spain on Monday (12.30 BST).

Field goals from Fiona Crackles and Lily Walker and a penalty corner strike from Lily Owsley made the difference, but Scotland’s Great Britain squad goalkeeper, Jessica Buchanan, made some outstanding saves during the 60 minutes in Monchengladbach.

England used the high press in to make it difficult for the Scots to move out of their own half, but Scotland threatened on the left and Sarah Jamieson forced the English rearguard back.

Back came England and Jennfier Eadie and Amy Costello had to work hard to shepherd the ball to safety.

The deadlock was broken with three minutes left of the opening quarter in a counter-attack. Lily

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