Hibernian secured the Scottish Women’s Premier League title on the final day of the campaign, even though they were beaten 2-0 by Hearts. The win came after Rangers suffered a heavy loss to Glasgow City, which left the overnight leaders a two-point advantage. It was the first trophy for Hearts boss Eva Olid, who left the club this summer after the match.
Hearts opened the scoring when Georgia Timms hit the post from a narrow angle early in the game. Hibernian’s first goal came from a spot-kick by Eilidh Adams after Danique Ypema was penalised for barging over Rosie Livingstone. A second Hibernian goal was an own goal by Carly Girasoli, who was hit by a cross from Tegan Bowie. Girasoli also claimed a penalty following Adams’ challenge, but the appeal was denied.
In the second half, Carly Johns and Jessica Husband were unable to break Hibernian’s defence, and goalkeeper Noa Schumacher kept a clean sheet for the rest of the match. Meanwhile, Rangers were three-down to Glasgow City, who went on to score three more goals in the second period.
The title remains in Scotland’s capital, passing from Hibernian to Hearts, who were promoted to the top flight in 2019.
