Hibs Clash with Celtic in SWPL: Rangers Unbeaten After Dominating Victory

Scottish Women's Premier League Round-Up

The latest action from the Scottish Women’s Premier League (SWPL) saw Hibernian claiming the second spot as they continue their winning streak, with both Rangers and Celtic also securing victories to maintain their perfect starts to the season.

Motherwell vs. Hibernian Women

In a dominant performance, Hibernian defeated Motherwell 5-0. The team's forward, Kathleen McGovern, was the standout player, scoring a hat-trick. She struck twice in the first half, giving Hibs a solid lead. Michaela McAlonie added a third before McGovern completed her hat-trick with a stunning strike from the edge of the area.

Eilidh Adams capped off the scoring, marking her fifth goal of the season. Hibernian's next challenge will be against Celtic on Friday, a pivotal match that could see either team take the top position in the table.

Montrose vs. Rangers

Rangers continued their impressive form at Links Park, demolishing Montrose with a staggering 9-0 victory. Rio Hardy opened the scoring early, and Katie Wilkinson netted a hat-trick, highlighting the team's attacking prowess.

After some quick goals in the second half, including contributions from Kirsty Howat and Mia McAulay, the rout was complete with further goals from Laura Rafferty, Brogan Hay, and Tessel Middag. Rangers are set to visit Dundee United next.

Aberdeen vs. Celtic

Celtic kept pace with the leaders after a 4-0 win over Aberdeen. Murphy Agnew got the champions on the scoreboard within three minutes. Amy Gallacher followed with another goal, and Jenny Smith turned scorer shortly after halftime.

Mathilde Carstens rounded off the scoring, celebrating her first goal for the club. Celtic will face Hibernian in their upcoming match, while Aberdeen will travel to face Partick Thistle.

Dundee United vs. Hearts

In another high-scoring affair, Hearts triumphed over Dundee United with an 8-0 victory. Jess Husband struck early, and both Husband and Bayley Hutchison scored braces, showcasing Hearts' attacking efficiency.

Naomi Powell added another goal, followed by two from Sade Adamolekun. The final goal was scored by Monica Forsyth, sealing a resounding victory. Hearts look forward to facing Motherwell next, while Dundee United will face Queen’s Park.

Partick Thistle vs. Glasgow City

Glasgow City secured a 2-0 victory against Partick Thistle. Wilma Forsblom opened the scoring early, and Natalia Wrobel doubled their lead before halftime. The City defense held strong to maintain their back-to-back victories.

Partick Thistle's next match will be against Aberdeen, while Glasgow City is set to travel to face Spartans.

Queen's Park vs. Spartans

Queen’s Park bagged their first SWPL win of the season with a late goal from Ami Robertson, defeating Spartans 1-0. Robertson’s goal came in the 80th minute, assisted by Morgan Hay.

Despite some late pressure from Spartans, Lauren McGregor made key saves to secure the win. Queen's Park will next play Dundee United, while Spartans host Glasgow City.

Sky Sports Coverage of SWPL

Fans can catch all the action from the SWPL on Sky Sports, which will air up to 60 matches this season. The sports network offers extensive coverage across all its digital platforms, including live blogs, in-game clips, and highlights.

Stay tuned for more in-depth coverage and features on Scottish Women’s football through Sky Sports channels and their social media pages!

Conclusion

With the SWPL season heating up, every match offers excitement and competitive spirit as teams vie for the top positions. Stay updated with the latest news and match results to follow your favorite women’s teams in Scotland.