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Ofsted Inspection - Everything You Need to Know

Whether it’s an Ofsted inspection or Estyn, Eti or Education Scotland, inspections are a core part of teaching. In this video, we’ll help you change your fearful feelings into optimism and opportunity by teaching you the best ways to prepare. What are your top tips ahead of an Ofsted inspection? Let us know in the comments below Don’t ...
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· Oct 18, 2022
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These are the key changes being announced as Scotland's new Education Bill is finally published

Government presses ahead with new inspectorate and replacement for SQA
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· Jun 5, 2024
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Inspection and Re-inspection – A Head Teacher’s Perspective Emma Turnbull, Aberdeenshire Council

Inspection and Re-inspection – A Head Teacher’s Perspective Emma Turnbull, Aberdeenshire Council At this seminar, you will hear the experiences of a school that turned a weak inspection into a successful re-inspection within 40 school weeks from the perspective of the Head Teacher. The seminar will include helpful hints, tips and advice, as ...
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· Oct 30, 2019
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ELC bitesize session: Quality Framework

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· Aug 5, 2021
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St Joseph's inspection

Well done to everyone at St Joseph's Primary, in Busby, for achieving a wonderful report from Education Scotland inspectors👏 Four areas of work were...
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· Mar 5, 2025
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ELC/Early Years - Play Pedagogy at Cawdor Primary & ELC

Headteacher James Cook shares the approaches taken to embedding Play Pedagogy at Cawdor Primary and ELC. Through school improvement the aim is to ‘embed playful approaches to learning across the school from ELC to P7 where children are able to be curious, inquire and have FUN in order to learn.’ James shares how the school has engaged with ...
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· Feb 15, 2023
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Janet Brown on future-proofing Scotland's education and skills system 2050

The RSE has published a vision for future proofing Scotland's education to ensure its fit for purpose by 2050. Janet Brown appeared on Good Morning Scotland on 6 January 2025 to discuss the proposals. The 10 call to actions are intended to support achieving an optimal model for education and skills, which will deliver economic development, meet ...
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· Jan 9, 2025
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Scots school receives BEST EVER secondary inspection results

ST Ninian’s High School has achieved the best secondary inspection report ever in Scotland. The Giffnock school was issued with glowing results after a review by Education Scotland. Inspector…
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· Jun 10, 2019
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Education reform bill

Scottish education is in crisis and there are many issues which the government must do more to address. The Education Bill is only part of what needs to change, but it is an important step, replacing the SQA and setting up a new independent education inspectorate. I spoke in support of the Bill, but also set out changes that I want to see as it ...
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· Dec 18, 2024
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Improving the way Ofsted inspects education | Webinar for early years providers

In early February 2025 we launched a consultation on our proposed changes to the way Ofsted inspects education. In this webinar we explain what our proposals mean for early years providers. In particular, we discussed: • report cards: these will offer parents and carers more detailed information than the current reports, including a new 5 ...
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· Mar 19, 2025
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Improving the way Ofsted inspects education: proposals explained for education professionals

The consultation on how we want to improve our education inspections is now open, and we want to hear from professionals working in the sectors we inspect. We're consulting on a number of changes to the way we inspect and report on early years providers, schools, further education and skills (FES), and initial teacher education (ITE). As part ...
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· Feb 4, 2025
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How schools are inspected | Ofsted webinar for schools

In this webinar, we go through the practicalities of school inspection from the initial notification of inspection right through to the publication of the final report. Our panel: Christopher Russell HMI, National Director Education Lee Owston HMI, Deputy Director, Schools and Early Education Sandy Hayes Senior HMI, Schools and Early Education ...
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· Dec 2, 2022
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Improving the way Ofsted inspects education | Webinar for schools

In early February we launched our consultation on our proposed changes to the way Ofsted inspects education. In this webinar we outline our proposed changes to the way we inspect education providers. In particular, we discuss: - report cards: how these will offer parents and carers more detailed information than the current reports, including a ...
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· Mar 31, 2025
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Health and Social Care Standards - carers animation

Unpaid carers and Scotland's Health and Social Care Standards.
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· May 15, 2018
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Changes to ungraded inspections | Ofsted webinar for schools

In this webinar, we discuss our new approach to ungraded inspections from September 2024. We explain: - the changes that have been made and why we have made them - the inspection process - from initial phone call to feedback - focus areas - what they are, how they will be identified with school leaders and how they will inform and guide ...
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· Oct 1, 2024
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Inspecting and improving care and social work in Scotland

This is the first review that the Care Inspectorate has published about the first three years of it's work. Read our press release: http://cinsp.in/1IxW3ZbD...
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· Aug 10, 2015
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Improving the way Ofsted inspects education | Webinar for FE and skills providers

In early February we launched our consultation on our proposed changes to the way Ofsted inspects education. In this webinar we outline our proposed changes to the way we inspect education providers. In particular, we discussed: - report cards: these will offer parents and carers more detailed information than the current reports, including a ...
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· Apr 3, 2025
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How to meet Care Inspectorate Scotland standards

Join Lucy and Louise from Birdie as they share some best practices for achieving Excellent at a CIS inspection --- Birdie equips care providers with the essential digital tools they need to manage, grow and succeed in delivering outstanding care. On a mission to transform care, Birdie believes that the elder generation should continue to have ...
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· Jun 12, 2023
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EIF inspections in primary schools | Ofsted webinar for schools

Webinar held on 28 March for schools on how inspectors inspect against the education inspection framework (EIF) in primary schools. Includes clarification on deep dives, subject leadership in primary schools, and early reading. Presented by Christopher Russell, National Director Education; Gill Jones, Deputy Director Schools and Early Education ...
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· Apr 25, 2022
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Preparing your provision for the Education Inspection Framework

Ofsted's new inspection regime will be introduced in September 2019. The Education Inspection Framework (EIF) has an increased focus on the intent, implementation and impact of the early years curriculum provided for children. In this webinar Michael Freeston, director of quality improvement and Melanie Pilcher, quality and standards manager ...
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· May 1, 2019
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Ofsted school inspections update 2022 | Ofsted webinar for schools

Learn more about the changes to Ofsted’s inspections of schools as of September 2022. Belita Scott and Claire Brown, Senior His Majesty's Inspectors in the North East, Yorkshire and Humber, also answer questions submitted before and during the webinar. Access the updated school inspections handbook https://www.gov.uk/government/publications ...
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· Oct 12, 2022
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What should I expect from the learning walk? | Early years FAQs

Our Early Years Regulatory Inspector and Early Education Quality and Practice Lead Sam Sleeman-Boss answers one of the most common questions we receive: 'What should I expect from the learning walk?'. She explains the purpose of the learning walk, and how it can look different in each setting. You can find more information in our early years ...
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· Jul 7, 2023
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National Care Standards Review

The Care Inspectorate and Healthcare Improvement Scotland are asking everyone to take part in the review of Scotland's Care Standards. Visit http://www.newcarestandards.scot
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· Oct 26, 2015
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Care Inspectorate - New inspections animation

We are changing how we inspect care homes for older people. Our new inspections will reflect the new Health and Social Care Standards and focus more on outcomes and experiences for people. Watch our new animation to find out what’s changing.
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· Aug 6, 2018
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Sowing Seeds: Trauma Informed Practice for Anyone Working with Children and Young People

This animation was developed by NHS Education for Scotland, in partnership with the Scottish Government. It is designed to be relevant to all workers within the…
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· May 7, 2019
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Ready Already Post-16 - Grŵp Llandrillo Menai

Grŵp Llandrillo Menai share their experience from their recent Estyn inspection. The college reflects on the supportive nature of the inspection process, highlighting regular communication with the reporting inspector and the involvement of experienced Estyn and peer inspectors. They discuss the focus on teaching, learning, and professional ...
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· Sep 30, 2024
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What does the Care Inspectorate do?

Have you ever wondered what role the Care Inspectorate plays when it comes to care services? Let Rami fill in the blanks for you. For more information, head to: www.careinspectorate.com www.careinfoscotland.co.uk/ Commenting on our videos is not available. If you require further information or assistance, please email: NHS.inform@nhs24.scot.nhs.uk
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· May 22, 2017
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Ministerial Statement: Long-term Strategy for Scottish Education - 10 December 2024

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· Dec 10, 2024
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How Ofsted inspects safeguarding in schools | Ofsted webinar for schools

In this webinar, we explore: what makes up an effective safeguarding culture; reasons why safeguarding may be ineffective; what might constitute a need for minor improvements; the checks inspectors might make on the single central record; how they report on safeguarding. You can watch DfE’s ‘Keeping children safe in education’ webinars ...
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· Oct 26, 2023
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What is life like as an Inspector at Estyn?

What is life like as His Majesty's Inspector (HMI)? Read more here 👇 https://estyn.gov.wales/job-vacancy/his-majestys-inspector-of-education-and-training-hmi/
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· Dec 12, 2024
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Schooling in Finland | Darren McGarvey: The State We're In | BBC Scotland

"It’s not a competition.” Darren learns how Finnish schooling differs from that in Britain. Click here to subscribe to your BBC Scotland channel: http://bit.ly/BBC-Scotland-Subscribe See much more from Darren McGarvey: The State We're In here: We’re also on other channels too! X (formerly Twitter): http://www.twitter.com/bbcscotland ...
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· Feb 27, 2024
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Healthcare Improvement Scotland - Here's How We Work

What does our organisation do for the NHS in Scotland and for patients? We've created a video that explains our role and the way we work. The following are part of our organisation: Healthcare Environment Inspectorate, SIGN, Scottish Medicines Consortium, Scottish Health Council and the Scottish Health Technologies Group. We also manage the ...
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· Nov 9, 2011
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Do I need a curriculum map? | Early years FAQs

Our Early Years Regulatory Inspector and Early Education Quality and Practice Lead Sam Sleeman-Boss answers one of the most common questions we receive: ‘Do I need a curriculum map’. She explains it’s up to you how you set out what you want your children to learn. You can find more information in our early years inspection handbook: https ...
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· Oct 10, 2023
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Data and the Poverty Related Attainment Gap

This presentation on Data and the Poverty Related Attainment Gap was created for classroom practitioners by Attainment Advisors working for Education Scotland as part of the Scottish Attainment Challenge. This was originally delivered as part of a live webinar on Wednesday 24th February 2021. The session explores: • the poverty related ...
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· Feb 26, 2021
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Child protection: an introduction - The signs and indicators of abuse | NSPCC Learning

Recognising the signs of abuse or neglect is a vitally important aspect of keeping children safe. In this video Fiona Becker, Senior Consultant with the NSPCC, explains some of the things you can look out for to help keep children safe from harm. NSPCC Learning provides a high-quality and accessible introductory safeguarding course, available ...
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· Sep 24, 2021
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SNP accused of spinning statistics as Education Minister told to 'stay behind for detention'

Scottish Tories mocked the SNP Health Minister, telling her she needed to 'stay behind for detention' as Scottish Education came under the spotlight at FMQ's. MORE SCOTTISH POLITICS: https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/politics/ SIGN UP TO OUR POLITICS NEWSLETTER: https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/11899261/scottish-sun-politics-newsletter ...
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· Mar 6, 2025
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An Independent Scotland? | Foreign Policy, EU, and NATO? || Prof Stephen Gethins MP

It has been over a decade since Scotland voted on independence. But while it decided to remain with the United Kingdom, the campaign for statehood continues. So, where does the debate stand today? What would the foreign policy of an independent Scotland look like? Could Scotland join the European Union? And how does Scotland view current ...
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· Mar 18, 2025
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An Introduction: the SCOTTISH accent!! | Scottish Culture 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🇬🇧

0:00 - Intro 0:43 - The United Kingdom 1:11 - Scotland Vs England 2:39 - The Tapped R 3:35 - AW sound 4:12 - OO sound 4:49 - OW sound 5:19 - EE sound 5:44 - My 5 Favourite Scottish Dialect Expressions 6:58 - Practice Sentences compared with Modern R.P 8:14 - What to watch to hear a Scottish accent 8:48 - Outro Hi all you bonny people!! I am so ...
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· Aug 16, 2024
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Education Debate - Scottish Parliament: 29th March 2017

www.parliament.scot - The Scottish Parliament Tavish Scott S5M-04920 Education That the Parliament understands that the Scottish Government’s next steps document on educational governance is to be published in June 2017 and, in advance of this, calls for the inspection and policy functions of Education Scotland to be separated and for a ...
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· Mar 29, 2017
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Video 2 of 10 - Requirements for Testing

The Scottish Joint Industry Board recently commissioned a series of short videos to illustrate the requirements contained in BS 7671:2008+A3:2015 for testing a new electrical installation. The videos produced provide a resource which will help apprentice electricians and adult trainees refresh their knowledge of these requirements and ...
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· Jan 1, 2009
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Mel Ainscow keynote - Empowerment, equity and excellence: Where next for Scottish education?

The inaugural International Congress for School Effectiveness and Improvement Professional Learning Conference aimed to encourage participants to reflect on the emerging empowerment agenda within Scottish education. In his keynote address entitled 'Promoting inclusion and equity in education; learning from international experiences', Professor ...
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· Mar 8, 2020
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History of Scots

Find out about the history of the Scots language
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· Jan 25, 2017
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Does Scotland Need Teachers? - Childhood Education Zone

Does Scotland Need Teachers? In this informative video, we will examine the current state of Scotland's education system, focusing on the teacher workforce. Our discussion will highlight the challenges surrounding teacher numbers, particularly in primary and secondary schools, and how these issues impact the quality of education in the region ...
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· Mar 22, 2025
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Young Inspection Volunteers: How important is your lived care experience?

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King James and the Scottish Witches

Title: King James and the Scottish Witches Description: Dive into one of Scotland’s darkest chapters—the North Berwick witch trials of the 1590s, sparked by King James VI’s obsession with witchcraft. From his stormy voyage to Denmark in 1589 to the brutal interrogations of Agnes Sampson and John Fian, this lecture-style video uncovers how ...
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· Mar 8, 2025
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What They Don't Say About The Picts

The Picts are Scotland's famous and wholely misunderstood foundation kingdom. Scottish history tour guide, Bruce Fummey visits one of Scotland's key locations to talk about the birth and death of the Picts and what we get wrong. Tour with Bruce https://www.scotlandhistorytours.co.uk/tours/info/group Bruce Fummey live shows https://www ...
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· Mar 8, 2025
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Why I QUIT Teaching | Primary Teaching in Scotland

I quit my full time teaching job in Scotland after just training to be a teacher TikTok: weejoey instagram: joanna__stewart
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· Feb 21, 2023
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High quality interactions in the Early Years - The ShREC approach

High quality interactions often look effortless, but they are not easy to do well. So, to support early years professionals, we have distilled the evidence into the ShREC approach. This provides us with a simple and memorable set of specific, evidence-informed strategies which we can embed into everyday practice. We can use these strategies ...
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· Jul 5, 2022
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Scottish Education Indoctrinating Children - TIE - The Devils Doings

https://www.scotpag.com/post/enthralled-by-tie You can join my Substack and support me https://edijester.substack.com/ Join the Programme https://thewinningmindset.co.uk/contact Now you can PayPal Me if you would like to support https://paypal.me/EDIJester?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Buy me a coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/EDIJester Follow ...
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· Mar 18, 2025
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Poland 1-2 Scotland | Andy Robertson Scores Late Winner! | 2024 UEFA Nations League Highlights

Highlights from another dramatic finish in the 2024 UEFA Nations League for Scotland, as a late header from the skipper secured a stunning victory in Warsaw. Scotland now move on to a play-off in March to preserve their place in the A division of the Nations League.
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· Nov 19, 2024