Match Summary
Northern Ireland U17 defeated Scotland U17 3:1. The match was played in UEFA U17 Championship - Qualification 2025. Goals were scored by P. McGovern 19′, F. Boyd 31′, D. McCann 50′, P. McGovern 57′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Northern Ireland U17 made 3 substitutions, Scotland U17 made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Northern Ireland U17 and Scotland U17 — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Northern Ireland U17 lined up in a — formation under A. Waterworth, while Scotland U17 deployed a — under B. McLaughlin.
Midfield Control
Northern Ireland U17 field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Scotland U17's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Age & Experience
The average age of Northern Ireland U17's starting XI is 17.0 (youngest: C. Leacock (17), oldest: C. Leacock (17)), while Scotland U17 average 17.0 (youngest: A. Graham (17), oldest: A. Graham (17)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Rivalry since 2021
Northern Ireland U17 vs Scotland U17 Head to Head Results· 3
Northern Ireland U17 and Scotland U17 have met 3 times — Northern Ireland U17 won 0, Scotland U17 won 3, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Scotland U17 leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.67 per match (3 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Scotland U17 are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Northern Ireland U17 have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Scotland U17 show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: draw or Scotland U17
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026