Brian Graham, the women's manager of Partick Thistle, expressed deep concern over player Courtney Stewart's ordeal following her head injury during the match. He stated, "I can't thank Rangers' medical staff and the first aiders here enough, they've been brilliant with her. But I just don't think we get that in the men's game." This highlights the disparity in medical response between men's and women's football, emphasizing the need for better standards in player safety and support.
Graham further lamented the existing medical protocols, noting, "League rules do not compel clubs to have an ambulance at games in Scotland. However, the home club need to make sure there is a qualified medical practitioner there to treat players, as Rangers had to treat Stewart." This points to the systemic issues in the healthcare provision at women’s football matches, underlining the importance of robust protocols.
Reflecting on previous concerns regarding medical provisions, Graham stated, "I don't know what we can change, obviously it comes down to finance." His mention of financial constraints illustrates the broader issue of resource allocation in women's sports, which impacts player safety and the urgency of medical responses.
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