SWF Chair Vivienne MacLaren on ambition, finance and the future of women's football I A Level Playing Field I Episode 27

A Level Playing Field · Sep 9, 2026 · 46m · transcript

In this episode of A Level Playing Field, we sit down with Vivienne MacLaren, the chairperson of Scottish Women’s Football, for an honest and insightful conversation about the game in Scotland.

Vivienne reflects on her personal relationship with football and the journey that led her to one of the most influential roles in the women’s game. She opens up on what the position really entails behind the scenes, from leadership and governance to driving progress across all levels of the sport.

We also delve into the challenges facing the women’s game, including the ongoing concerns around finances…