Hearts FC completed one of Scottish football's greatest turnarounds by claiming their first SWPL title after finishing bottom of the league just five years ago. The Edinburgh club secured the championship with a phenomenal post-split run, delivering their maiden European football qualification in the process. This remarkable achievement comes just months after Hearts moved to the top of the table by beating Glasgow City for the first time.

Manager Eva Olid transformed the club during her five-year tenure, implementing a relentless work ethic that left no room for personal life or holidays. The Spaniard, whose background was scarce when appointed in 2021, guided Hearts to fourth-place finishes before this ultimate success. Player Georgia Timms credited the lack of expectation as a key factor, with the striker's 19 league goals proving crucial during their title run.

Olid announced her departure weeks ago despite delivering the ultimate leaving present. Budget cuts reportedly influenced her decision to leave despite wanting to stay. The manager's relationship with her players remained evident post-match, with the team gatecrashing her interviews to show their appreciation. Olid described her tenure as "a rollercoaster that finished on the ultimate high," leaving a significant void at the club she transformed.