RANGERS WFC VS
CELTIC FC
31|03|2019
OFFICIAL MATCHDAY PROGRAMME
CONTENTS
> 6 | Amy McDonald
> 13 | Amy Muir
> 4 | Caitlin O’Hara
> 10 | Clare Gemmell
> 8 Rangers v Forfar Report > 12 N. Ireland Talent ID Days > 16 Fixtures & Results
> 18 Appearances > 17 League Table & Top Scorers > 19 Squads and Officials
MY OLD FIRM AIM RANGERS’ midfielder Caitlin O’Hara is looking forward to getting involved in today’s derby match against Celtic and is keen for her side to continue their goalscoring form. Going into the match, O’Hara believes that morale is high after Rangers showed their ability to overcome the difficult result against Hibernian two weeks ago with a 4-1 SPWL Cup victory. She said: “Training has been really good this week and we’re feeling really confident after a positive start to the season.
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The team is looking good and we’ve been working really hard, it was good to bounce back against Forfar after a disappointing result the week before.”
A key focus for Rangers so far this season has been to become more clinical in front of goal and O’Hara believes that Rangers are beginning to find their stride and she hopes it continues on Sunday. O’Hara said: “It’s good to be spreading goals around the team. We had four different scorers last week against Forfar.
It’s brilliant for momentum to have goals coming from all different areas of the pitch. Goals build confidence, you need goals to win games.” While O’Hara acknowledges the growing atmosphere around a derby game, she knows that it’s important that Rangers stick to their status quo to be fully prepared for the match. She said: “We are feeling really excited; the game has got the added spice to it with it being a match against Celtic but I’m feeling confident. “I’m really hoping that I can make my way into the starting lineup and be able to impact the game somehow.
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I think there is always an atmosphere around games like this. We will play our normal game and we will prepare in the same way but it’s obvious there’s the extra bite.” Caitlin O’Hara
“We want to win this game and we are ready to battle.”
MANAGERS NOTES AMY MCDONALD
Welcome to our SWPL match against Celtic in what is to be a fiercely competitive game. Our preparation this week has gone extremely well and we know we have to be focused to be able to take the three points. The squad played extremely well against Forfar last weekend, with four different goal scorers ensuring we progressed in the SWPL Cup. We were drawn against Glasgow City and I repeat my previous message which is - to be the best we have to play and compete against the best. Whilst we know this is a difficult task we remain optimistic it isn’t impossible one. We move into this week with no new injuries and a number of players are closer to returning. Hannah Robertson and Brogan Hay are now in non-contact training. Sarah Robertson is slightly more advanced in her rehabilitation and is on a graded return which will increase the competitiveness across the full squad and add value in attack. It is great to have all three players in and around training. We hope today is a highly entertaining match and as always thank you for your ongoing support.
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MATCH REPORT RANGERS WFC 4 FORFAR FARMINGTON 1
RANGERS reached the semi-finals of the SWPL Cup with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Forfar Farmington last weekend. The first half was dominated by Rangers but a stubborn Forfar side didn’t allow the home side many clear openings. Forfar posed a threat on the break but were mostly kept at bay by a solid Rangers defence. Both teams were clearly up for the cup tie from the kick off. Rangers were clearly looking to press Forfar whenever they were on the ball. It was a high intensity start from the home team, which Head Coach Amy McDonald had called for after the league defeat to Hibernian. The home side got the first chance of the game in the eighth minute, when the ball bobbled through to Amy Muir whose shot from a tight angle was straight into the keeper.
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We were fairly dominant but in the first half, I don’t think we created a lot of chances moving into the final third. Then we got the penalty and that set us up well to go in 2-0 up at half time.” Amy McDonald
After a quiet spell in the game Rangers broke the deadlock in the 17th minute. Following a high ball forward Muir was brought down by a Forfar defender in the box and the referee pointed to the spot. Claire Gemmell then coolly dispatched the penalty into the bottom corner of the net, sending McNicoll the wrong way. The Gers had another penalty appeal in the 25th minute when Holly Napier went down in the box, but the referee didn’t award a penalty that time around. Rangers got the crucial second goal just before the break. Following a corner from captain Gemmel there was an all mighty scramble inside the box. The ball found its way to Hannah Coakley who dispatched the ball through a couple of defenders and into the bottom corner of the net. Giving a bit of breathing space for the home side at half time. McDonald’s side added a third just after the break when Carla Boyce played Chantelle Brown in on goal, she then unselfishly squared the ball to Nicole Puller who tapped home.
Rangers should have added a fourth ten minutes into the second half when Gemmell found herself with a free header, but she couldn’t get enough power through it and it was comfortable for the keeper in the end. Forfar then got a goal back in the 70th minute through a Danni McGinley volley from the edge of the box, giving the away side a glimmer of hope. The visitors grew in confidence after the goal and pressed hard to try get back into the game. Rangers were a bit nervy at the back but managed to stop Forfar from creating too many clear-cut opportunities.
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A great performance overall and great that the players coming on had the impact that we wanted them to have too.”
Rangers once again came close to the fourth in the 73rd minute when Boyce fired a shot at goal which was well saved by McNicoll. Then Boyce added the decisive fourth goal in the 85th minute, after a deflected Hayley Sinclair shot found its way to her. She scored from close range, putting the game to bed. Rangers now wait to find out who they will face in the Semi-Finals. RANGERS: Ramsey, Dalgleish (Gallon 67), Coakley, Gallon, Muir, Gemmel, Napier, O,Hara (Watson 87), Boyce , Brown (Sinclair 67), Puller (Inglis 59) SUBS NOT USED: Baillie Goals: Gemmell 18’ Coakley 43’ Pullar 48’ Boyce 85’ FORFAR: McNicoll, Cattanach, Paterson, Stewart, Smith, Bruce, Kilcoyne, Cowper, McGinley, McPherson, Brough SUBS NOT USED: White, Noble, Weber, Doubel, Davidson, Robb Goals: McGinley 71’
CAPTAIN’S NOTES CLARE GEMMELL
TODAY we play Celtic in the league and I think for us it is a good time to face them, having just come off the back of a convincing cup win against Forfar. We will be looking to take that momentum from reaching the SWPL Cup semi-finals forward into this game. It was a good team display and we were dominant throughout, having four separate goalscorers is always beneficial too. Celtic are a good side, with good players and we need to be prepared for what they can bring to a game. We have been working hard this week in training and we are aware of the areas on the pitch where we can exploit them. With it being an Old Firm, there will no doubt be an extra edge to the atmosphere. We need to be emotionally aware and not allow the occasion to distract from our ability to perform. We have a real opportunity to set the tone for the rest of our season going forward. Enjoy the game,
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Soccer Schools Northern Ireland Talent Identification Days
RANGERS Soccer Schools in Northern Ireland are holding Talent Identification days for their Girls Only Advanced Centres over the coming weeks. Under the watchful eye of expert coaches, you will have the chance to show off your skills in training sessions and games. Our talent identification days are aimed at girls born between 2007 and 2010. Information on dates and venues are below: Saturday 13th April 2019, 1pm – 3pm NICSSA Sport & Leisure, The Pavillion, Stormont Estate Belfast, BT4 3TA For more information or to book, email soccerschools@rangers.co.uk or call 0141 580 8819.
GETTING TO KNOW AMY MUIR Position: Full Back Occupation: Sports Science Student at Edinburgh Uni Where did you grow up? Gourock Which team did you support growing up? Rangers, always. What was the first team you played for? A boys club in my local area called First Touch Coaching. I started there when I was about six or seven and I was there for four years. Who was your favourite player growing up? Lionel Messi, still is. What was your first strip? I think it was Greenock Morton my local team, then it would have been Rangers. Who is the best player you’ve played against? Probably some of the players from the Spain Under 19s How would you describe your taste in music? Quite mixed, I don’t really have a genre that I really like, if I hear a song I like I’ll add it to my playlist What is the most used app on your phone? Snapchat Who has had the most influence in your career? Probably my family they’ve always been really encouraging and supportive.
GETTING TO KNOW AMY MUIR
What was your first game you attended? I think it was Rangers vs St. Mirren at Ibrox about 2006, I can’t remember the score. If you had to cook a meal for someone what would you cook? Chicken Fajitas Which player past or present would you compare your game to? James Tavernier because we both played the same position and like to get forward and take set pieces too. If you were to spend a day in one of your teammate’s shoes who would it be and why? Jade Gallon because she’s just solid. You could go to training and just go through anyone and that would be fun!
FIXTURES & RESULTS Feb-19
Mar-19
Sun 10 Mar 14:00 SBSSWPL Sun 17 Mar 13:00 SBSSWPL Sun 24 Mar 11:45 SWPL Cup Sun 31 Mar 14:00 SBSSWPL
Apr-19
Wed 17 Apr 19:00 SBSSWPL Sun 21 Apr 13:00 SBSSWPL Sun 28 Apr 14:00 SBSSWPL
May-19
Sun 5 May 14:00 SBSSWPL Wed 15 May 19:00 SBSSWPL Sun 19 May 14:00 SBSSWPL
Aug-19
Sun 4 Aug 14:00 SBSSWPL Sun 18 Aug 14:00 SBSSWPL Sun 25 Aug 14:00 SBSSWPL
Sep-19
Sun 8 Sep 14:00 SBSSWPL Sun 22 Sep 12:00 SBSSWPL Sun 29 Sep 14:00 SBSSWPL
Oct-19
Sun 20 Oct 13:00 SBSSWPL Sun 27 Oct 14:00 SBSSWPL
Nov-19
Sun 3 Nov 14:30 SBSSWPL Sun 17 Nov 13:00 SBSSWPL
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SBSSWPL LEAGUE TABLE
SBSSWPL TOP SCORERS
RANGERS WFC STAFF: Amy McDonald (Manager), Andrew Gardner (Assistant Coach), Roger Domingo Roca (Assistant Coach), Nicola Hardie (Goalkeeping Coach), Robert Taylor (VIdeo Analyst), Victoria Campbell (Doctor), Charlene MacKinnon (Physio), George Mathieson (Sports Therapist) CONTRIBUTORS: Alice Hedworth, Lorraine Hill, Maryanne Orr, Kenny Boag, Jack Ewing, Clare Gemmell
APPEARANCES & GOALS #
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Last Updated 29/03
APPS
SUB
GLS
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R
Khym Ramsay
1
0
0
0
0
2
Gill Inglis
4
1
0
0
0
3
Amy Muir
4
1
0
0
0
4
Chelsie Watson
1
1
1
0
0
5
Lauren Gallon
3
1
0
0
0
6
Ellis Dalgliesh
5
0
0
0
0
7
Brogan Hay
0
0
0
0
0
8
Holly Napier
4
1
2
0
0
9
Nicole Pullar
1
3
1
0
0
10
Jade Gallon
4
2
1
1
0
11
Chantelle Brown
1
4
1
0
0
12
Sarah Robertson
0
0
0
0
0
14
Hayley Sinclair
1
2
0
0
0
15
Terri Donnelly
2
1
0
0
0
17
Claire Gemmell
5
0
1
1
0
18
Carla Boyce
5
0
4
0
0
19
Laura McCartney
3
1
1
0
0
20
Hannah Coakley
3
1
2
0
0
21
Jade Baillie
4
0
0
0
0
22
Caitlin O’Hara
4
0
0
1
0
23
Hannah Robertson
0
0
0
0
0
RANGERS WFC CELTIC FC
VS
31|03|2019
OFFICIAL MATCHDAY PROGRAMME
RANGERS WFC
CELTIC FC
1. Khym Ramsay
1 Autumn Farrell
2. Gill Inglis
2. Keeva Keenan
3. Amy Muir
3. Claire Crosbie
4. Chelsie Watson
4. Cheryl McCulloch
5. Lauren Gallon
5. Natalie Ross
6. Ellis Dalgliesh
6. Chloe Craig
7. Brogan Hay
7. Kirsty McLaughlin
8. Holly Napier
RANGERS V CELTIC FC
8. Katherine Smart
9. Nicole Pullar
SBSSWPL BENBURB FOOTBALL CLUB 31.03.2019
9. Josephine Giard
10. Jade Gallon
10. Kathleen McGovern
11. Chantelle Brown
TODAYS OFFICIALS
11. Sarah Ewens
12. Sarah Robertson
REFEREE HANNAH MCLEAN
12. Rachel Donaldson
14. Hayley Sinclair 15. Terri Donnelly 17. Clare Gemmell ©
ASSISTANT REFEREES CIARAN MCGOWAN JAMES HESKETH
14. Nicole Cairney 15. Kelly Clark 16. Emma Black
18. Carla Boyce
17. Kodie Hay
19. Laura McCartney
18. Kelsey Hodges
20. Hannah Coakley
48. Rachael O’Neill
21. Jade Baillie 22. Caitlin O’Hara 23. Hannah Robertson