Montrose LFC Women 1–2 Motherwell Women
Scottish Women’s Premier League – 10 May 2026

Match Overview

Motherwell Women came from behind to defeat Montrose LFC Women 2–1 in a thrilling Scottish Women’s Premier League contest on Sunday night. The visitors showed character after a slow start to claim all three points and continue their push for a top-four finish.

First Half: Montrose Take the Lead

Montrose started brightly and took a deserved lead in the 19th minute. A fine individual run down the left ended with a low cross that was turned in from close range. Motherwell struggled to find their rhythm and were fortunate not to fall further behind when the home side hit the post just before half-time.

Second Half: Motherwell Respond

The visitors came out with renewed determination after the break. They equalised in the 55th minute when a through ball split the Montrose defence and the striker finished coolly. Motherwell completed the turnaround in the 74th minute, scoring from a corner that was powerfully headed home. Montrose pushed for a late equaliser but could not break down a resolute Motherwell defence.

Key Moments

• 19’ – Montrose opener – Sara Thomson with the finish.
• 55’ – Motherwell equaliser – Chloe Craig with a clinical finish.
• 74’ – Motherwell winner – Kirsty Muirhead with the decisive header.

Standout Performances

• Motherwell’s midfield duo – Took control of the game in the second half and provided stability.
• Montrose’s winger – A constant threat in the first half but faded after the break.

Table Impact

The win moves Motherwell up to fifth in the Scottish Women’s Premier League, just three points behind the top three. Montrose remain in the lower half, but their performance showed signs of promise despite the defeat.