Five of the Best: Scotland Women’s defining Six Nations moments

2017: The Broadwood breakthrough vs Wales

For seven years and 36 matches, a Six Nations victory had eluded Scotland, but the 37th attempt at Broadwood Stadium became the stuff of legend. The night started in nightmare fashion as Wales took a daunting 14-0 lead. However, the momentum shifted on the stroke of halftime when Lisa Thomson powered through a tackle to score, breathing life back into the Scottish challenge.

Just past the hour mark, Jade Konkel picked from the base of a scrum and fed Sarah Law, who drew the final defender perfectly to release Rhona Lloyd into the corner. Although the conversion was missed, leaving Scotland trailing by two, the stage was set for a dramatic finale. With only four minutes remaining, Scotland won a penalty and the pressure shifted entirely to Sarah Law. Having missed an earlier attempt, the scrum-half showed nerves of steel to slot the winning kick, securing a 15-14 victory.

WATCH | The moment Scotland Women secured their one-point win against Wales in the @Womens6Nations | Incredible scenes #AsOne pic.twitter.com/wjr2YgesrG

— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) February 24, 2017

2018: Chloe Rollie’s full-pitch try vs Ireland

The 2018 trip to Donnybrook was an intense, defensive game that exploded into life in the second half. Scotland held a slender one-point lead, but Ireland were mounting relentless pressure inside the Scottish 22. The game’s defining moment arrived just after the hour mark when full-back Chloe Rollie anticipated a loose Irish pass, snatched the interception, and sprinted the entire length of the pitch. Evading a desperate last-ditch tackle, she touched down for a sensational breakaway try. Hooker Lana Skeldon added the crucial conversion, providing the cushion Scotland needed to secure a historic 15-12 away victory, the side’s first against Ireland for twelve years.

[PICTURED] Chloe Rollie in action for Scotland during a Women’s Six Nations match between Scotland and Ireland.

2020: The Scotstoun defence vs France

In front of an empty Scotstoun Stadium, Scotland produced a disciplined and gritty performance against a world-class French side. Trailing for much of the match, the Scots refused to buckle under the weight of the French pack. The drama peaked in the final 10-minutes when debutant Rachel Shankland chased down a kick to score in the corner, with Helen Nelson landing a high-pressure conversion to level the scores at 13-13. The draw was a landmark result and effectively ended France’s title hopes that year.

[PICTURED] Scotland’s Rachel Shankland scores a try during a Women’s Six Nations tie between Scotland and France at Scotstoun Stadium, on October 25, 2020.

2024: The Parma triumph vs Italy

A twelve-year wait for an away win against Italy came to an end in 2024 in a display of clinical execution. After a tight first half, Scotland seized control with a five-minute spell that yielded two tries. Emma Orr sparked the momentum before Chloe Rollie  showed her class to stretch the lead. Despite a late Italian fightback and a frantic finish that saw Scotland reduced to fourteen players, the team held their nerve to win 17-10.

[PITCURED] Emma Orr was among the try scorers as Scotland picked up Women’s Six Nations victory away to Italy

2026: The best is yet to come vs England

While the history books are full of iconic tries and defensive stands, one of the great moments for Scotland Women is set to arrive on Saturday 18 April. The forthcoming clash against England at Scottish Gas Murrayfield has already beaten the national attendance record for a standalone women’s sporting event, eclipsing the 18,555 benchmark set in 2019 by the national football side.

As part of the ‘Murrayfield 100’ celebrations, Scottish Rugby announced last year that the fixture would be staged in the main bowl of Scottish Gas Murrayfield – the first time Scotland Women will contest a standalone, ticketed international. That decision has now been emphatically validated by unprecedented supporter demand.

The atmosphere promises to be electric as Scotland takes on its oldest rival England. While the record has been smashed, the story of this event is still being written.Be part of the movement. Join the community. Join Scottish Rugby history. 

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