Scotland's first regional football centre has opened to the public in Toryglen, Glasgow.

The £15.7m centre houses the region's first full-size indoor synthetic pitch built to FIFA's 2 Star standards and can accommodate 700 spectators.

Other facilities include three full-size, outdoor synthetic pitches; a full-size grass pitch; 13 seven-a-side pitches; a strength and conditioning zone; players' lounge and rest area; café; and a briefing room with video analysis equipment.

Toryglen will act as the new home of the Scottish Women's Football Association and will also host full national team training sessions.

The centre will be operated by leisure trust Culture and Sport Glasgow on behalf of Glasgow City Council.

Councillor Steven Purcell said: "The opening of this centre is a first for Glasgow and indeed Scotland.

"The Council's investment in Toryglen is a clear indicator of our determination to provide world-class sporting venues in the city as we move towards the Commonwealth Games in 2014.

"I'm especially pleased that the new facility will be widely used across the community as well as by professional footballers.

"It's my hope that by working with a range of partners, including sportscotland and the SFA we will ensure this facility continues to make a positive contribution to the development of football and healthier living in general for everyone in Glasgow."