Seven games ago, when the SWPL split into two sections for the run-in, Rangers were four points clear. Now, as former Scotland midfielder Leanne Crichton said on Sky: “They’re relying on Celtic dropping points, which is a huge ask.”
Sadiku’s side have done so twice in the last week, but those came against their two title rivals while they have been scoring goals galore against the rest.
Such form has led to the camp appearing “very confident”, according to Crichton.
City were the undisputed rulers of the roost when Crichton was with the reigning champions, but now there may be a new emperor in town.
“For me, we looked like the best team in the league,” Sadiku said.
“We are the team that has done the best during the split and I still believe we can make it work.”
This is the one Celtic so badly want. Losing their two-year grip on the Scottish Cup to their rivals hurt last week. A first SWPL title would no doubt put a plaster over the pain and the Swede is sure her side can do it.
“This was the game that they could have felt the pressure,” she told BBC Scotland. “But the players just need to keep going and trust themselves.”
Both Celtic and Rangers missed out on the title to City in a final day of drama last season.
With the 16-time champions now six points adrift, the coast is clear for another photo finish between the Old Firm rivals after a 32-game campaign that’s been a gruelling marathon, not a sprint.
