Ross: Glasgow City Eager to Bounce Back and Claim Silverware

Glasgow City's head coach, Leanne Ross, believes that the prospect of securing the first major silverware of the season will serve as a motivating factor for her team to rebound from their initial domestic loss. The SWPL leaders saw their lead reduced to four points after losing to Rangers, their upcoming Sky Sports Cup final opponents. Despite this setback, Ross, a six-time winner of this competition as a player, is confident that her side will give their all in pursuit of a historic domestic treble. "The result on Sunday was disappointing, but considering our overall position this season, we should be pleased and take confidence from it," Ross stated. "We will reflect on the game, identify areas for improvement, and then focus on winning a piece of silverware on Sunday, which in itself is a motivating factor for us to perform better." With seven games remaining, Glasgow City still holds a four-point lead at the top of the table and is set to compete in the Scottish Cup semi-final next month. Ross emphasized that her team is fully focused on achieving their goals, saying, "We are 100 per cent focused on making this a successful season, and we will give it our all to ensure we are in a strong position in every game." The upcoming match will see Ross face off against her former teammate and friend, Leanne Crichton, who is now the head coach of Rangers. Despite their friendship, Ross acknowledged that their rivalry will take center stage during the game, saying, "It's about being opposing managers and wanting our team to come out on top. The friendship is set aside when the whistle blows." Ross's primary concern is the opportunity for her players to win the trophy, stating, "It's not about me or Leanne Crichton; it's about the two teams competing, and the focus should be on which team performs best on the day to claim the trophy."