SWPL Round-Up: Celtic Thrash Dundee United, Rangers & Glasgow City Shine

Scottish Women's Premier League: A Dominant Start for Celtic and Rangers

The opening weekend of the Scottish Women's Premier League (SWPL) showcased the power and determination of teams as they embarked on the new season. The highlight was Celtic's stunning 9-0 victory against Dundee United, while Rangers delivered an impressive 11-0 demolition of Aberdeen. Let's delve into the key matches that marked the inaugural weekend of the SWPL.

Celtic's Commanding Performance

Celtic began their title defense in remarkable fashion, completely overwhelming Dundee United at Celtic Park.

• Lucy Ashworth-Clifford opened the scoring in the 25th minute.
• Saoirse Noonan doubled the lead just three minutes later.
• Jenny Smith added a third shortly before halftime.

The second half saw continued domination:

• Bruna Lourenco scored a long-range effort for the fourth goal.
• Amy Gallacher contributed the fifth.
• Noonan netted her second goal shortly after.
• Signe Carstens added the seventh with a spectacular strike.
• Maria McAneny rounded off the scoring with a late double effort.

This sensational start places Celtic firmly in the title race, showcasing their attacking prowess and teamwork.

Rangers Steal the Show with a Record Victory

Rangers marked their opening match with an extraordinary 11-0 victory against Aberdeen, proving their strength in the league.

• Abbie Wilkinson made a dream debut with four goals.
• Wilkinson scored her first just six minutes in with a well-placed header.
• Rio Hardy and Lizzie Arnot also added to the scoreline.

The first half ended with Rangers leading 6-0 before they added five more in the second half, with Wilkinson completing her hat-trick and Arnot scoring another. The match highlighted Rangers' attacking depth and dominance.

Other Noteworthy Matches

Montrose faced Glasgow City and were unable to withstand the pressure, losing 7-0, while newly promoted Queen’s Park also suffered a heavy defeat against Hearts with a score of 11-1.

Motherwell came from behind to defeat Spartans 5-1, using their numerical advantage effectively after a red card for Spartans.

In a tightly contested match, Hibernian edged out Partick Thistle 2-1, with standout performer Abbie Ferguson scoring the opener.

What’s Next?

As the SWPL season continues, fans can look forward to some exciting matchups that will further shape the league standings.

Stay tuned for more updates on Scottish football through Sky Sports, featuring live coverage, exclusive interviews, and dedicated highlights from every match.

Conclusion

With remarkable performances from both Celtic and Rangers, the SWPL promises an exciting season ahead. The teams’ drive and ambition are evident as they look to claim the title in what could be one of the most competitive seasons yet.