SWPL Team of the Week – 12th January

Team of the Week from ScottishPower Women’s Premier League games played on Sunday 12th January.

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Goalkeeper – Ellie Currie (Kilmarnock)

Ellie Currie was crucial to Kilmarnock’s 6-0 victory over Rossvale on Sunday – producing 16 successful passes and making four important saves throughout the match to preserve a clean sheet for Kilmarnock. Her consistency has been key to Kilmarnock’s strong defensive performances throughout the season so far.

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Defender – Chelsie Watson (Motherwell)

Chelsie Watson impressed from defence, contributing two goals and dictating play with her excellent passing accuracy. Her ability to combine her defensive strength with her attacking contributions continues to establish her as an all-round threat, vital to Motherwell’s campaign.

Defender – Georgina McTear (Kilmarnock)

Georgina McTear demonstrated her presence in both boxes even as a defender, by scoring twice and dominating in all duels within Kilmarnock’s confident win on Sunday. Her contribution at the weekend reflects a season of consistency within the club’s backline and as a goal-threat.

Defender – Lizzi Arnot (Rangers)

Creating three goals and adding one of her own to the mix, Lizzi Arnot provided unwavering energy throughout the match and played a significant role in reigniting Rangers’ remarkable goal scoring record this season. Her creativity, accuracy and attacking intelligence from wing-back were clear to see throughout Sunday’s dominant display by Rangers.

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Midfielder – Kelsy Crainie (Kilmarnock)

Kelsy Crainie’s brace was a standout feature of Kilmarnock’s dominant performance. Her energy and strong goal-scoring ability from midfield builds on her influential contribution to the club’s performance so far this season.

Midfielder – Olivia McLoughlin (Rangers)

Olivia McLoughlin’s two goals and an assist strengthened a dominant display in Rangers’ emphatic win over Queen’s Park. Her consistent contributions from midfield have been vital to Rangers’ campaign so far as they revive their title tilt.

Midfielder – Nikol Kozlova (Glasgow City)

Playing up top for Glasgow City at the weekend, Nikol Kozlova shone bright; scoring two goals within the club’s dominant victory over Aberdeen. Her versatility and threat on goal continues to be a key asset for Glasgow City.

Midfielder – Brenna Lovera (Glasgow City)

Clinical in Glasgow City’s 6-1 win over Aberdeen on Sunday, Brenna scored twice from her four shots on target overall. Winning all of her duels throughout the match, she continues to be a strong attacking force for the club this season.

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Forward & Star Player – Laura Berry (Motherwell)

Laura Berry’s hat-trick against Dundee United demonstrated her clinical finishing ability and strength in attack for Motherwell. As the club’s standout performer, her contribution and dominance has been pivotal to their success this season.

Forward – Saorise Noonan (Celtic)

Saoirse Noonan’s two goals in Celtic’s 4-2 win further cemented her reputation as one of the league’s most threatening strikers. Her skill, strength, and consistent scoring make her a vital player for Celtic this season and provided a real threat during their triumphant start to the year on Sunday.

Forward – Eilidh Adams (Hibernian)

Eilidh Adams was a driving force in the Hibees’ 6-0 win, scoring twice and dominating the game throughout with her all-round contributions. Her consistent performances have elevated her to second top of the SWPL scoring charts this season.