Celtic FC Women have made giant strides to be able to compete at UEFA Women’s Champions League level and they will be all the better for the experience gained in their first year playing at the highest level of club football…

Celtic  took on Chelsea  at Celtic park last night in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, in front of a decent crowd of 7390 but despite their best efforts they lost out by two goals to one to the English Champion.

There is no shame in that and Elena and her side can hold their heads high despite losing on the night and all three of their first three fixtures, after previously losing to FC twente and Real Madrid.

They’ve not been outclassed as such, just beaten by sides with better experience at this level. Just to get to this stage was an achievement in itself and the team have done themselves and the supporters proud in their first round of fixtures.

Of course there is still three fixtures remaining and while qualifying for the latter stages might prove difficult, the players will give their all as they continue to grow as a team at this level.

Football is all about learning and the woman have went from strength to strength since winning their first league title last season, and competing in the Champions League for the first time will only benefit them in the long run.

We are at the half way stage and Celtic will now play the three opponents starting with Chelsea next Wednesday night at Stamford Bridge. Elena Sadiku will be targeting taking as many points as possible as in particular the three points on offer against FC Twente in Holland. Real Madrid at New Douglas Park might also be a viable opportunity for the Ghirls.

This season’s campaign is all about progression and the key factor is retaining the title so that we can do it all again next season. And with over £500,000 in additional revenue for the women’s side then the club can certainly back Elena Sadiku who will be able to attract a higher standard of recruit with Champions League football on offer.

Well done to the Ghirls for that brilliant effort last night.

Just an Ordinary Bhoy

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