Melissa Andreatta will be formally take over as the successor to Pedro Martinez Losa for the SWNT in May.
The current assistant manager of the Australian women’s national team and the Under-23 manager of the Matildas, Andreatta is expected to be in place for Scotland penultimate Nations League game against Austria next month. She has signed a four-year deal with the SFA.
Andreatta comes with an impressive CV, having helped Australia to a fourth place finish at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 and at last year’s Olympics in Paris.
Paperwork requiring her work visa needs to complete before she can assume her role at the SFA.
She has her work cut out for her; Scotland lost 6-1 to Germany last night following a second-half collapse. They have not won a game since their European Championships play-off defeats in December.
“I’m absolutely delighted to be leading Scotland Women’s National Team into a new, exciting era,” said Andreatta.
“It’s a real honour to join such a strong programme, which you can see from the talent in the senior squad, which runs through all of the age groups. This is testament to the work that’s been done already by Michael McArdle and the team.
“The future is definitely bright and with my extensive coaching, talent development and major tournament experience, my aim is to support the players and staff to reach their fullest potential.
“The ambition is to get Scotland back to consistent qualification and with the squad in a period of transition, this is the perfect opportunity to start building towards that future.
“My family and I are really looking forward to making the move to Scotland in what is a very exciting time for me, personally and professionally. I can’t wait to get started.”
Ian Maxwell, Scottish FA Chief Executive: “Firstly, I would like to thank Michael for his professionalism throughout this process and for stepping-up and taking charge of the national team on an interim basis following Pedro’s departure.
“That the final shortlist comprised candidates from three different continents shows the wide appeal of leading the Scotland Women’s National Team. Melissa provided a breadth of different experiences at all levels of the women’s game in Australia. She is a valued member of the Matildas’ coaching staff but also has responsibility for developing elite youth players within a respected performance system.
“I am sure I speak on behalf of the players when I say we are all looking forward to Melissa starting her new role. I also reiterate my thanks to Michael, who will have a pivotal part to play in helping Melissa and the women’s national teams succeed in the future.”
Mick McArdle, who had taken over following the exit of Martinez Losa, will revert to his role as head of Women’s Elite Football.
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