SWPL Round-Up: Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, Hibs, and Motherwell Secure Wins

Scottish Women's Premier League: A Weekend Recap

As the Scottish Women's Premier League (SWPL) continues to heat up, champions Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, Hibernian, and Motherwell have successfully extended their winning starts to the season. Here’s a comprehensive round-up of the latest matches.

Celtic vs. Glasgow City: A Narrow Victory

Celtic secured a hard-fought victory against Glasgow City with a final score of 1-0 at the Excelsior Stadium. The breakthrough came in the second half when Chloe Craig converted a penalty after Maria McAneny was fouled in the box. Despite pressing for a late equalizer, Glasgow City was thwarted by Celtic’s goalkeeper, Kelsey Daugherty. This win marks two consecutive victories for Celtic, who will face Motherwell next in an exciting midweek clash.

Rangers Dominate Partick Thistle

Rangers showcased their dominance with a resounding 4-0 victory over Partick Thistle at Broadwood. Katie Wilkinson found the net twice, including a stunning half-volley, while Chelsea Cornet and Brogan Hay added to the tally. Rangers will be looking to keep their momentum going as they host Queen's Park in their next match.

Hibernian’s Record-Breaking Victory Over Aberdeen

Hibernian illustrated their offensive prowess by demolishing Aberdeen 7-0. Tegan Bowie opened the scoring early, and Hibs never looked back, with contributions from Ciara Grant, Stacey Papadopoulos, and a brace from Eilidh Adams. This emphatic win puts Hibernian in a strong position as they prepare to host Dundee United next.

Hearts' Commanding Performance in the Edinburgh Derby

In a lopsided Edinburgh derby, Hearts triumphed against Spartans with a score of 5-0. Joely Andrews and Sade Adamolekun each struck early, establishing a stronghold that was never challenged. Lauren Wade, Lizzie Waldie, and Adamolekun rounded off a stellar performance, earning Hearts crucial points as they prepare to face Glasgow City away.

Motherwell Holds On Against Montrose

Motherwell managed to secure a 3-2 win over Montrose despite a spirited second-half comeback from the hosts. After racing to a 3-0 lead by halftime, Motherwell faced pressure but ultimately maintained their advantage, with Montrose unable to complete the comeback. They will face a tough challenge next as they head to Celtic.

What’s Next in the SWPL?

As the league progresses, teams will be looking to improve their standings and secure valuable points. With exciting matches lined up, including Celtic vs. Motherwell and Hibernian hosting Dundee United, fans can anticipate thrilling football action.

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