SWPL Cup Semi-Final Preview
It’s League Cup Semi-Final day on Sunday and Glasgow City face Aberdeen looking to take one step closer to the first silverware of the season.
Aberdeen defeated three times finalists Spartans to reach this stage of the competition and are in very good form so far this season. As holders, City boss Eddie Wolecki Black knows his team are favourites, but having faced a gritty Aberdeen in the League only a few days ago, is well aware Sunday will be just as tough. He said, “We won 2-0 last Sunday, but that game means nothing now. Over the past few seasons Aberdeen have made great progress as a club and having finished in the top half of the table for the past two seasons are now generally regarded as a top six team. Therefore they have experienced the challenge of playing the top clubs regularly over the past few years and will be keen to put up a stern challenge.
“As for ourselves we will approach the tie in the same manner as always and that is with the utmost respect for our rivals. We will stay true to our style of play and look to dominate the ball. We fully expect Aberdeen to be compact, determined and playing for quick counters. I am sure the contrasting styles will make for an exciting game for all concerned.”
Sunday’s match kicks off at 3pm at Recreation Park. In the other semi-final Hibernian play Celtic.
Pictured - Glasgow City Captain Leanne Ross lifts the SWPL Cup in last year's final. Picture by Andy Buist.
07.05.13
