Motherwell signs three players ahead of SWPL season kickoff

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Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Motherwell signs three players ahead of SWPL season kickoff

Summary

Motherwell has made significant additions to its squad leading up to the SWPL season, signing midfielder Sophie Rutherford, Ellie MacDonald, and teenage defender Olivia McStay. Rutherford joins from Rangers on loan, while MacDonald comes from Queen's Park, where she played alongside Rutherford last season. Head coach Iain Robinson emphasized Rutherford's readiness for top-flight play and praised MacDonald's impact in midfield. Additionally, Lucy Sinclair has returned to Motherwell after a period with Partick Thistle. Preseason preparations continue as the team aims to strengthen its lineup ahead of competitive matches.

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Key Details

•Sophie Rutherford joins on loan from Rangers.
•Ellie MacDonald signed after leaving Queen's Park.
•Olivia McStay arrives from Hamilton Academical.
•Lucy Sinclair returns after a stint at Partick Thistle.
•Head coach Iain Robinson highlights players' readiness for top-flight play.

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12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Motherwell busy with new recruits for SWPL kick-off

What they're saying

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Midfielder Sophie Rutherford is the third player to join Motherwell on loan from SWPL rivals Rangers this summer. Robertson will link up with Mia McArthur and Saoirse Coyle-Morrow at the North Lanarkshire club, who have also signed Ellie MacDonald after her Queen's Park exit. Rutherford and MacDonald were team-mates at Queen's Park in SWPL2 last season.
— Yahoo Sports

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