Scotland supporters are grappling with disappointing performances during the Women’s Six Nations, raising questions about whether it's a World Cup hangover, a growing injury list, or something else entirely. The team, which had high hopes of securing a third-place finish, now faces the grim possibility of ending up with the wooden spoon, a stark contrast to their historic World Cup run last year.

In the previous World Cup, Scotland advanced to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2002, showcasing strong performances against teams like Fiji and Wales. However, the end of that campaign marked the departure of coach Bryan Easson and the arrival of Sione Fukofuka, who has only managed one victory in four matches since taking charge.

The solitary win came against Wales in the tournament's first round, which, despite a positive start, saw Scotland almost lose in the dying minutes. Subsequent matches saw Scotland suffer heavy defeats:

• England overwhelmed them at Murrayfield with the largest scoreline since 2011.
• They faced a crushing 41-14 loss to Italy.
• In their latest outing, they fell to France by 69-28, conceding the most points against Les Bleues since 2014.

Fukofuka attributed some struggles to the World Cup hangover, noting that players transitioned back to club rugby too quickly without a proper reset. Injuries to key players like Rachel Malcolm, Evie Gallagher, and Emma Orr have compounded the issues, alongside the retirement of veterans like Jade Konkel.

Despite these challenges, there are positives, such as the emergence of new talents like Rachel Philipps, who scored two tries against France. Captain Malcolm praised the team's defensive efforts and resilience, highlighting a commitment to improving their game.

As Scotland sits fifth in the table, their upcoming match against Ireland looms large. A loss without a bonus point could result in them finishing last, prompting further scrutiny on the coaching staff. With over 20,000 fans expected in Dublin, the pressure is on for Scotland to end their Six Nations campaign on a high note and avoid the wooden spoon for the first time since 2022.