Rangers Dominate Hibs 5-0 to Secure Historic SWPL Cup Three-Peat

Clinical Rangers Claim SWPL Cup Treble in Style

In a dazzling display of dominance, Rangers Women secured their third straight SWPL Cup triumph with a resounding 5-0 victory over rivals Hibernian at Fir Park. The win marks the first time Jo Potter’s side have beaten Hibs this season, doing so in emphatic fashion to retain the trophy she first claimed as manager a year ago.

Key Moments

1. Wilkinson’s Opener (39th goal this season): The striker capitalized on relentless pressure, smashing home from close range after Hibs failed to clear.
2. Lafaix’s Killer Second: A defensive error allowed the American midfielder to cushion in Rangers’ second just after halftime.
3. Own Goal & Late Flourish: Hibs captain Kirsten Reilly’s deflection made it 3-0, before Kirsty Howat (ex-Hibs) and Rio Hardy piled on the misery with late strikes.

Tactical Breakdown

• Rangers’ high press overwhelmed Hibs, who conceded pivotal goals at critical moments.
• Hibs’ early disallowed goal (offside) hinted at a contest, but Rangers’ midfield control sealed their fate.

Manager Reactions

• Jo Potter (Rangers): "A joy to watch. This year, we played with such authority – it was comfortable from the sidelines."
• Grant Scott (Hibs): "A painful lesson. Conceding before halftime deflated us, and Rangers punished every mistake."

Stat Spotlight

• 39: Wilkinson’s astounding goal tally this campaign.
• 8: Hibs’ record SWPL Cup titles – their quest for a ninth dashed emphatically.

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