First Scotland goal 'hasn't sunk in yet' for McGovern

BBC News

04-06-2025

Hibs striker Kathleen McGovern hopes her maiden Scotland goal is the first of many after opening her account on just her second international start. The 22-year-old received her first senior call-up for the final Nations League games against Austria and Netherlands and started both under new manager Melissa Andreatta. The forward, who last month helped Hibs lift their first SWPL trophy in 18 years, scored the equaliser in the 1-1 draw away to the Dutch on Tuesday night as Scotland secured their first point."It's been nice to start both games, something I didn't really expect," McGovern said. "It's been a privilege this week and it was just great to see the ball hit the back of the net. I don't really think it's sunk in yet."It was a great delivery by Emma [Lawton], she knew exactly where to put it, and I was just so happy to see it hit the back of the net and get a great result for the team."It's been good to work with her [Andreatta], she's had so much belief in me. I've learned so much, especially from her, and the players I've been working with. I hope there's many more to come."I was flying on confidence when I first came in. To end the season at Hibs on such a high to then get the call-up was amazing to top off a great season."I came in and didn't want to put too much pressure on myself. I feel like that's what I did in training, just showed my ability, and I've been grateful to start the last two games."