Celtic FC Women Secures Victory Against Motherwell in SWPL1

Celtic FC Women will face Motherwell in a crucial Scottish Women’s Premier League (SWPL) match at K Park. After a recent victory against Hamilton, Celtic will be hoping to secure three points to stay in the title race. Currently six points behind the leaders, Celtic must also be aware of the challenge posed by Glasgow City in the battle for Champions League qualification.

The last time these two teams met at K Park was in August 2022, with a squad that included star performers Jacynta and Clarissa Larisey. Since then, there have been changes, including a new manager, but previous meetings have favored Celtic. In their last encounter, Celtic emerged victorious with a 6-0 win, displaying their dominance with 21 shots compared to Motherwell’s zero.

Motherwell has had a tough season, recording only one win in their last five fixtures. They have struggled at home, with 56% of their league games resulting in losses. While they score an average of two goals per match, they also concede more. In contrast, Celtic has won 78% of their away games, scoring four goals on average. With a strong defense that has kept clean sheets in 67% of their away games, Celtic’s attacking prowess is evident.

Celtic’s new manager, Elena Sadiku, was pleased with her team’s performance in their recent victory. She believes that the players’ enjoyment of the game and the support of their fans contribute to their success. The squad’s fitness and any injury concerns were not discussed in a media conference.

There are some speculations about the team composition, with possible injuries to players like Shen Mengyu, who has not been in the squad for the past two games. Tash Flint’s return is anticipated as well. The predicted team for Celtic includes a back-three formation, following the players’ comfort and familiarity with this setup.

The match will be officiated by Josh Hay, with Ewan Pow and Christopher Irving assisting. Although the game will not be available to watch, highlights can be expected via Celtic TV. Tickets can be purchased at the gate.

Considering Motherwell’s recent struggles and Celtic’s strong away record, a comfortable victory for Celtic is predicted. Motherwell has not won a match since December, while Celtic’s recent performances have been dominant. A scoreline of Motherwell 0 – Celtic FC Women 5 is anticipated.

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