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Northern Ireland want to “inspire the next generation” after they reached the European Championships for the first time, says Forfar Farmington goalkeeper Lauren Perry.

And Perry says her side confounded everyone to defeat Ukraine in the play-offs and make next summer’s finals in England.

Kenny Shiels’ side prevailed in the Euros play-offs on Wednesday, and six-times capped Perry hopes reaching their first tournament will encourage more girls to get involved in football.

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Hibernian had “the wrong attitude” for 45 minutes before eventually defeating Motherwell 3-2 at Ainslie Park, said head coach Dean Gibson.

The Edinburgh side claimed their first three points since returning to the SWPL, but found themselves trailing through a Rosie Slater header.

However, a brace from Amy Gallacher and a well-worked team goal finished off by Colette Cavanagh was enough to move them back into fourth in the SWP, despite Nicole Pullar setting up a nervy finish.

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