Glasgow City appoint Eileen Gleeson as new head coach
The Republic of Ireland assistant boss takes over from Scott Booth who left for Birmingham in June
Glasgow City have appointed Eileen Gleeson as their new head coach.
The SWPL champions have picked the Republic of Ireland assistant manager to take over from Scott Booth, who left for Birmingham City in June.
She also has experience in the domestic game, previously managing both Peamount United and UCD Waves.
Gleeson made history in her time at Peamount, becoming the first coach to guide an Irish side to the knockout stages of the Champions League in the 2011/12 season.
Speaking about her new role, Gleeson said: “I am honoured to be taking the role of Glasgow City Head Coach.
"For many years I have admired the progressive, ambitious, and inclusive values promoted by Glasgow City and their ongoing commitment to providing opportunities and pathways for girls and women to participate at all levels of the game.
"Glasgow City are a trail blazing club who continue to push boundaries, and drive standards in Scottish Women’s Football and beyond as demonstrated by their unrivalled success both on and off the pitch.
"I am delighted to be part of such a club where winning ways are driven by a culture of high standards and a refusal to stand still.
"I want to add to Glasgow City’s success and will be very ambitious about this.
"While winning will always be important it is more important that we reflect the club’s values both on and off the pitch.
"I am very excited to get started in the role and to continue to build on the excellent work of all involved to date."