Rangers have announced that Jo Potter will leave her role as women’s head coach to join Crystal Palace, ending a two‑year spell that produced four trophies.

What prompted the move?

Potter, known as the "Lioness," arrived at Rangers in 2024 and quickly built a squad capable of back‑to‑back cup doubles. In her final season she guided the team to a third consecutive Sky Sports Cup win and another Scottish Cup triumph. The decision to leave follows a desire for a new challenge in the English Women's Super League, a step she described as "the right time for personal growth".

How did she shape Rangers women’s football?

During her tenure the club saw academy graduates break into the first team and earn senior international caps. Donald Gillies, Women’s Football Managing Director, highlighted the "young, hungry squad" she left behind, noting that the standards set with Potter must now be upheld and exceeded. Patrick Stewart, Rangers CEO, added that while the league title remained elusive, winning four trophies in two seasons marked a significant achievement.

What does this mean for the squad?

The departure opens the door for a new head coach to inherit a side that finished the season with a 2‑5 victory over Falkirk on 16 May 2026. Rangers currently sit 2nd in the Premiership with 69 points from 33 games, recent form WLLLL, and sit just one point behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian. The club will begin a search immediately, aiming to keep the momentum alive and push for that elusive league crown.

What’s next for Jo Potter?

Potter will take up the Crystal Palace women’s head coach role later this month, bringing her proven track record to a club eager to climb the WSL ranks. Rangers wish her well, and she remains welcome back at Ibrox should the opportunity arise.

Rangers fans can look forward to a new appointment in the coming weeks, with the club promising updates as the search progresses.