Team of the Week – 18th October

Team of the Week from ScottishPower Women’s Premier League games played on 18th October.

Goalkeeper – Bella Smart, Dundee United

Dundee United earned a hard-fought point and a clean sheet away to Hamilton Academical in the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League 2, playing out a goalless draw at New Douglas Park. United’s defensive resilience was anchored by an authoritative display from Smart between the posts, who was named the Tangerines’ Player of the Match. The goalkeeper displayed impressive composure throughout the 90 minutes, pulling off vital saves to deny Accies on multiple occasions. Her sharp reflexes and handling under pressure ensured United returned north with a valuable point. Dundee United host Gartcairn on Sunday (15:30 KO) as they look to shrink the gap on the top five.

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Defender – Demi Taylor, Montrose

Montrose registered an emphatic 3-0 victory over Spartans in the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League, securing their first points of the 2026/27 campaign. Continuing her fine individual form this season, Taylor put in a superb all-round performance, doubling her side’s advantage with a well-taken strike from one of her two shot attempts. She provided an explosive outlet down the flank, delivering nine crosses and three accurate long passes, while making her presence felt defensively by winning 13 duels, making two interceptions, and registering four recoveries. Montrose host Aberdeen tonight (19:30 KO), knowing a victory will move them level on points with Motherwell above.

Defender – Amy Denholm, Boroughmuir Thistle

Boroughmuir Thistle opened up a four-point lead at the summit of the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League 2 table following a convincing 2-0 victory against Falkirk at Meadowbank Stadium. Denholm produced a standout display, capping off a dynamic performance by breaking the deadlock. Threatening throughout down the right channel, she completed three of her five crosses and won 16 total duels alongside three aerial battles. Denholm was equally crucial to preserving the clean sheet, recording eight total recoveries, seven of which came inside the opposition half, to keep Thistle’s unbeaten run rolling. Boroughmuir Thistle visit Hamilton Accies on Sunday (14:30 KO).

Defender – Ciara Bonner, Queen’s Park

Queen’s Park recorded a statement 3-1 victory over Kilmarnock in the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League 2, spearheaded by a commanding defensive performance from Bonner. Operating at centre-back, she was exceptional in repelling a Kilmarnock attack that entered the weekend as the joint-highest scorers in the division. Bonner’s authority at the back provided the foundation for the Spiders to claim three vital points in the promotion race, leaping above Killie into second place. Queen’s Park travel to face Livingston on Sunday (16:00 KO) with both sides seeking back-to-back league wins.

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Midfielder – Vivienne Strain, Livingston

Livingston delivered a ruthless attacking display in the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League 2, storming to a 5-0 away victory over Renfrew to move three points clear of the bottom spot. Strain orchestrated the contest from central midfield, producing a fantastic individual performance with a clinical brace and an assist, while hitting the target with two of her four shots. Her distribution was razor-sharp, completing 20 of her 27 passes (74% accuracy rate) alongside a 100% success rate on both crosses and take-ons. Strain also applied relentless pressure off the ball, winning 19 duels and making two recoveries in a complete midfield masterclass. Livingston host Queen’s Park on Sunday (16:00 KO).

Midfielder – Evie Rabjohn, Celtic

Celtic returned from the international break in devastating fashion, sweeping Aberdeen aside in a 6-0 win at Balmoral Stadium in the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League. Rabjohn ran the show in midfield, providing a fine assist before getting on the scoresheet herself with a composed finish in the 56th minute. Her energetic pressing, positional discipline, and incisive passing ensured Celtic remained dominant in central areas throughout the match. Celtic host Hearts tonight (19:30 KO) in a crucial clash with just two points separating the two teams in the league.

Midfielder – Ruby Seaby, Glasgow City

Glasgow City established a four-point cushion over Hibernian in fourth place following a comfortable 3-0 victory against Motherwell at Petershill Park. Voted the club’s Player of the Match, Seaby was an unending source of creativity, scoring once and adding an assist. She proved virtually impossible to contain in 1v1 situations, completing 80% of her dribbles and executing 21 accurate passes (66% accuracy rate). Seaby complemented her attacking flair with defensive diligence, tallying four interceptions and seven recoveries. Glasgow City face Rangers tonight (19:35 KO, live on BBC ALBA) looking to ignite their title challenge.

Midfielder – Melissa Reid, Hamilton Academical

Hamilton Academical fought hard to secure a 0-0 draw against Dundee United in the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League 2, though Accies will feel they created enough to take all three points. Reid put in a relentless shift in midfield, repeatedly breaking up opposition play and recycling possession effectively. She was unlucky not to find the winning goal herself. Hamilton Accies host league leaders Boroughmuir Thistle on Sunday (14:30 KO) as they aim to close the 11-point gap on top spot.

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Forward – Katie Wilkinson, Rangers

Rangers preserved their flawless league record at the top of the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League table with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Hibernian at Broadwood Stadium. Wilkinson once again illustrated her elite goalscoring quality, setting up the opening goal before netting two stunning strikes to place Rangers in firm control. The forward was an unrelenting focal point for the Gers, holding up play intelligently and driving her side’s four-goal performance. Rangers travel to take on title rivals Glasgow City tonight (19:35 KO, live on BBC ALBA), aiming to extend their lead at the top.

Forward – Isla Gourley, Gartcairn (STAR PLAYER)

Gartcairn climbed back into the top half of the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League 2 table following a convincing 3-0 home victory against St Johnstone at MTC Park. Gourley earned Star Player honours with a flawless hat-trick across 78 minutes, accumulating an xG of 1.72 and putting four of her five shot attempts on target. The forward proved impossible for the Saints defense to shackle, winning 13 duels and linking play with 12 completed passes. Gourley also put in defensive work, tallying three interceptions and four recoveries to seal a comprehensive team display. Gartcairn visit Dundee United on Sunday (15:30 KO) looking to push into the play-off positions.

Forward – Kayla Jardine, Heart of Midlothian

Heart of Midlothian produced a devastating offensive exhibition in the ScottishPower Women’s Premier League, putting Partick Thistle to the sword in a 6-1 victory. Across 64 action-packed minutes, Jardine put in another star turn for the Jambos, setting up three goals before getting on the scoresheet herself in a remarkable individual display. Electric with the ball at her feet, she completed 100% of her crosses and take-ons while connecting 18 passes(78% accuracy rate). Jardine’s direct running and composure in front of goal made her unplayable. Hearts travel to face Celtic tonight (19:30 KO), where a victory would see them leapfrog their hosts in the table.