Celtic wins Women's Scottish Cup, sets stage for SWPL title race
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Celtic secured a surprise 1-0 victory over Rangers in the Women's Scottish Cup final on Saturday, thanks to Morgan Cross's first-half goal. Despite being outplayed by Rangers, who had more possession and chances, Celtic clinched the trophy while Rangers ended the season without silverware. This win follows a challenging season for Celtic, who finished fifth in the SWPL, and marks a significant moment for head coach Grant Scott, who has much work ahead to improve next season's title prospects. With a summer of anticipated changes across the top teams, the implications of this match will shape the upcoming Scottish Women's Premier League season.
- •Celtic wins 1-0 against Rangers in Women's Scottish Cup final.
- •Morgan Cross scored the sole goal of the match.
- •Celtic's victory ends an 11-game winless streak against Rangers.
- •Rangers head coach Leanne Crichton emphasizes need for learning and improvement.
- •Celtic's next season begins with a goal to challenge for the SWPL title.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Is SWPL momentum with Celtic after Scottish Cup win?
- 8:48 PMBBC Sport — Is SWPL momentum with Celtic after Scottish Cup win?
"What does Celtic's Women's Scottish Cup final win over Rangers mean for next season's SWPL title race?
"What does Celtic's Women's Scottish Cup final win over Rangers mean for next season's SWPL title race?
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External links- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 8:55 PMIs SWPL momentum with Celtic after Scottish Cup win?
What does Celtic's Women's Scottish Cup final win over Rangers mean for next season's SWPL title race?
- BBC SportMay 31, 2026, 8:48 PMIs SWPL momentum with Celtic after Scottish Cup win?
What does Celtic's Women's Scottish Cup final win over Rangers mean for next season's SWPL title race?
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