In a pulsating encounter in the SWPL C (W), St Johnstone Women came from behind to edge Aberdeen Women 4-3 on 2 August 2026. The match, played in front of an enthusiastic crowd at Aberdeen’s home ground, delivered seven goals and swung one way and then the other right up to the final whistle.

Seven-Goal Thriller

Aberdeen Women started brightly and took the lead in the opening 15 minutes with a well-taken finish after a patient build-up. St Johnstone Women responded almost immediately, equalising through a powerful strike from the edge of the box. The back-and-forth continued throughout the first half, with Aberdeen regaining the lead only for St Johnstone to level once more before the interval.

The second half maintained the same tempo. Aberdeen Women pushed forward and scored a third time, looking as though they might finally take control. But St Johnstone Women showed remarkable character, scoring twice in the final 20 minutes to complete a dramatic comeback. The winning goal came in stoppage time, sparking wild celebrations among the travelling support.

Standout Performances

• St Johnstone Women’s striker was a constant menace, scoring twice and winning the penalty that set up the comeback.
• Aberdeen Women’s attacking midfielders linked play well and created several chances, but defensive lapses proved costly.
• Both goalkeepers made important saves, yet were ultimately exposed by the sheer number of chances created.

Impact on the SWPL C Standings

This result gives St Johnstone Women a huge boost in the early season standings, while Aberdeen Women will be frustrated to have let a lead slip. In a league where momentum matters, taking maximum points from a six-goal thriller could be influential come the end of the season. For neutrality, this was a superb advertisement for women’s football in Scotland — full of goals, tension, and late drama.

Despite the defeat, Aberdeen Women showed enough quality to suggest they will be a strong force this season. However, they will need to tighten up defensively if they are to convert promising performances into victories against the league’s top sides.