Leanne Crichton Takes the Helm at Rangers Women with Silverware in Sight
Leanne Crichton has officially stepped into her first managerial role, taking charge of Rangers Women on a three-year deal—and honestly, this move feels like a bold but fitting next chapter in her football journey. The former Scotland international, with 72 caps to her name, has transitioned from pitch to pundit to assistant coach, and now finds herself at the helm of one of Scotland’s most ambitious women’s sides.
So, what can Rangers fans expect? Well, Crichton has made it crystal clear—second best won’t cut it. She’s stepping into the shoes of Jo Potter, who had a solid spell, winning both domestic cups over the last two seasons before moving on to Crystal Palace. While Rangers just missed out on the league title yet again last season, Crichton’s appointment signals a determination to go one better—and fast.
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She’s described her new role as a “total privilege,” and the emotional weight of leaving Glasgow City—where she served as assistant coach—wasn’t lost on her either. That club holds deep personal roots for Crichton, having played there across three spells. But this new challenge? It’s about pushing for silverware, about turning promise into dominance. She’s made that clear in her early words: the goal isn’t just to compete—it’s to win.
What makes Crichton stand out isn’t just her experience as a player. Yes, she played in Scotland’s historic win over Spain in the 2017 Euros, helped lead Glasgow City to countless titles, and even graced Wembley in a Women's FA Cup Final. But beyond the medals, she’s known for her relentlessness—her drive to improve, to win the next trophy, to outwork opponents. That mentality is expected to be stamped all over her new squad.
Rachel Corsie, her long-time friend and former teammate, summed it up well—Crichton is both “authoritative” and “caring.” That duality has grown stronger since she moved into coaching. She’s not just about tactics and fitness drills—she connects with players, challenges them, pushes them. That emotional intelligence could be a key ingredient in building a united, motivated Rangers side.
Stylistically, you can probably expect a blend of grit and fluid football. Crichton appreciated technical play as a midfielder herself, but she also valued hard work. Her teams won’t be allowed to get outrun, outworked, or out-fought. Expect passion. Expect attacking football. And above all, expect a squad that’s told—loud and clear—that being second is never the goal.
All eyes are now on her league debut against Montrose. But really, the bigger story isn’t just about one game—it’s about whether Crichton can finally guide Rangers to that elusive league title and bring a new era of consistent dominance to Ibrox. One thing’s for sure: she’s ready for the challenge.
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