Celtic Women made history with a 2-0 victory over Vorskla Poltava, marking their place in the Women’s Champions League group stages.
- The match saw Celtic triumph with a 3-0 aggregate score.
- Goals were scored by Emma Louise Lawton and Shannon McGregor in the second half.
- This achievement makes Celtic the first Scottish team to reach this stage in the tournament.
- The draw for the group stages is scheduled for today in Nyon.
Celtic Women have become the first Scottish team to qualify for the Women’s Champions League group stages after securing a 2-0 victory over Ukrainian side Vorskla Poltava. The aggregate score of 3-0 saw them advance confidently into the next phase of the competition.
Emma Louise Lawton and Shannon McGregor were the scorers for Celtic, netting crucial goals in the second half of the match held at the Penny Cars Stadium. Lawton’s header from Lucy Ashworth-Clifford’s cross at the 52nd minute marked her first goal for the team. Just ten minutes later, McGregor doubled the lead with another header.
The team’s performance in the second half was notably improved following a lacklustre first half. Both goals were pivotal in ensuring Celtic’s progression, demonstrating the players’ resilience and tactical execution under pressure.
The group stage draw for the Women’s Champions League is scheduled to take place on Friday, September 27, in Nyon, setting the stage for Celtic’s next opponents in this historic campaign.
Celtic Women’s triumph is a significant milestone, marking their entry into the Women’s Champions League group stages for the first time.
