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6 days ago
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Claire Walsh signs for Celtic FC Women
Celtic FC Women are delighted to announce the signing of Claire Walsh ahead of the 2025/26 Republic of Ireland internationalist joins the Hoops from Glasgow City on a one-year deal, adding further quality to Elena Sadiku's squad as preparations continue for the new came through the US college system at Central Connecticut State University and also played for New England Mutiny, before moving back to Ireland. She featured for UCD Waves and Peamount United, helping the latter to two league titles and an FAI Cup July 2021, she made the move to Scotland, signing a professional deal with Glasgow City. During her time there, she made over 100 appearances for the club, including during City's title-winning 2022/23 arrives at Celtic with a wealth of experience in the SWPL and on the European on joining the club, Walsh said: "I'm really excited to have joined Celtic! It is obviously a massive club. 'It's somewhere I've been many times as a fan too. So to come in here as a player is pretty cool, and I'm really excited about it.' "It's a really broad dressing room in terms of age, experience, where players have played and where they are from. "I'm hoping to come in, and bring what I have experienced before and help as much as I can." Celtic FC Women Head Coach, Elena Sadiku, added: "Claire is a great addition to us. She has a strong background, both in Scotland and abroad, and brings a great deal of experience and leadership to the squad. "She's a player with real quality and we're really excited to see what she can bring to the team this season." Join the Journey With pre-season preparations continuing, the Hoops welcome their second summer addition in Claire Walsh to the squad. You too can play a part this season by joining the journey, with season tickets for the 2025/26 campaign avaliable to buy online now!
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09-07-2025
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Celtic FC Women: Squad Update
Celtic FC Women can now confirm that Kelsey Daugherty, Celya Barclais, and Abi Harrison will depart the club following the expiry of their contracts this summer. Kelsey Daugherty joined the Hoops in the summer of 2023 and quickly established herself as number one between the sticks. The American goalkeeper made 68 appearances, keeping an impressive 32 clean sheets during her time in Glasgow. Daugherty played a pivotal role in the club's historic 2023/24 league title win, while also producing a number of impressive performances on the European stage during Celtic's maiden UEFA Women's Champions League journey last season. Célya Barclais also arrived ahead of the 2023/24 season and made an impact in the green and white Hoops, going on to feature 63 times in all competitions. A versatile full-back, her consistent performances in defence saw her voted Players' Player of the Year for the 2024/25 season. Barclais also played an instrumental part in the club's first-ever SWPL title win and last season's UWCL run. Abi Harrison returned to Paradise in January 2025, having originally come through the Celtic Academy and making her first-team debut as a teenager. Her return brought valuable experience and added an attacking threat in the second half of the season, where she scored three goals in 14 appearances. Everyone at Celtic would like to thank Kelsey, Célya, and Abi for their contributions and commitment during their time at the club, and we wish them all the very best for the future.
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10-03-2025
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Maria McAneny named February SWPL Player of the Month
The month of February has proved to be an impressive one for Celtic FC Women midfielder Maria McAneny, who has landed a personal double after winning SWPL Player of the Month for February. The Hoops Academy graduate was voted Player of the Month, after netting three goals in two league appearances. Having scored a double in the ay Tannadice, the 20-year-old followed that up with a superb strike in the 2-2 draw with Glasgow City. That goal at Petershill Park was also voted as the SWPL Goal of the Month for February, which has seen McAneny land two individual accolades for the month. The midfielder has enjoyed a strong season, scoring 12 times so far, including nine strikes in the league. And with three of those coming last month, she has now collected the award for her performances in February.
