KIRSTY'S ON SONG WITH BIG DOUBLE

Dumfries football ace Howat makes dream Scotland bow

- SPORTS REPORTER

Dumfries footballer Kirsty Howat marked her first international start with two early goals as Scotland held on for victory over China in their friendly in Jerez on Tuesday.

The Crystal Palace forward was thrilled with her debut, saying she was “so happy and grateful” to get her first start and goals for my country”, adding: “It was a very special night”.

And she was delighted her proud dad Andy made the trip to Spain to watch his girl in action.

She said: “Nice to have the old boy in the stands too.” Howat netted her first and second goals either side of setting up a Kirsty Hanson strike in a four-minute blitz.