Hearts to defend title against Aberdeen as Celtic, Rangers face tough openers
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 11:08 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Scottish Women's Premier League will kick off on August 16, with champions Hearts hosting Aberdeen. Rangers, finishing just behind Hearts last season, begin their campaign away to Montrose. Celtic faces a challenging trip to Glasgow City. Hibernian will start their season at home against Motherwell, while newly-promoted Spartans take on Partick Thistle. The first Old Firm match is scheduled for September 27.
- •Hearts won their first title last season.
- •Rangers aim for a strong start under new head coach Leanne Crichton.
- •Celtic finished fifth last season and faces a tough opening match.
- •Hibernian begins their season at home against Motherwell.
- •Spartans, newly promoted, host Partick Thistle on opening day.
"Scottish Women's Premier League champions Hearts will kick off the defence of their title at home to Aberdeen on Sunday August 16.
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