Stars of Scottish women's football light up Edinburgh Castle

TL;DR

Edinburgh Castle was illuminated with projections celebrating the journeys of young female footballers in Scotland. The event honored both emerging talents and established stars in women's football.

Key points

Edinburgh Castle showcased images of female footballers
The event highlighted journeys of young players
It celebrated both emerging talents and top professionals

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Edinburgh Castle pictured at night lit up in green by a projection of images from Scottish women's football

A projection on Edinburgh Castle showcased the journeys of young female players into emerging professionals [PA Media]

Edinburgh Castle was illuminated with images of Scotland's female footballers in a tribute to the women's game.

Players, coaches and parents gathered at dusk at the Castle Esplanade to view projected footage showcasing the journeys of young players into emerging professionals.

It also celebrated existing stars and top professionals.

The event took place to mark Scottish Power signing up to support women's football north of the border for another three years.

The company is extending its partnership with Scottish Women's Football and the Scottish Women's Premiere League.

Two rows of female footballers standing in front of Edinburgh Castle, which is lit up by a green projection. The women are all wearing football strips and those in the front row are holding footballs.

Scottish Women's Premier League players attended the event [PA Media]

Aileen Campbell, chief executive at Scottish Women's Football, said: "Scottish Power's continued commitment is a hugely important vote of confidence in the women's and girls' game across the country.

"This partnership has already helped us strengthen the foundations of football in communities, supporting participation, improving the player pathway, and creating more opportunities for girls to stay in the sport and progress, whatever their starting point.

Q&A

What was projected onto Edinburgh Castle to celebrate women's football?

Images showcasing the journeys of young female players and existing stars of Scottish women's football were projected onto Edinburgh Castle.

Who attended the event at Edinburgh Castle celebrating women's football?

Players, coaches, and parents gathered at the Castle Esplanade to view the projections and celebrate the women's game.

Why was Edinburgh Castle illuminated for women's football?

The illumination served as a tribute to the achievements of female footballers in Scotland and aimed to inspire young players.