SSFC Women host second-placed Thornaby in the league
- Nathan Bell
- 2 hours ago
- 2 min read
South Shields Women have little time to rest as they host Thornaby FC Women at Downhill Hub on Sunday (2:30pm kick-off).
The lasses played against Sunderland West End Ladies on Thursday night in the NERWFL League Cup Quarter-Final, and now they return to NERWFL Premier Division action this weekend against the league’s second-placed side.
Thornaby have only dropped points in two games this season as they continue to charge down Bradford City AFC Women for the league title.
When the two teams last met in February, Thornaby were 3-0 winners - former Mariner Eve Gatens grabbed the first goal, while Jen Knowles and Sophie Tierney provided the other strikes.
Last time out
Watch back the match highlights from our midweek game at Washington Hub.
Alex and Ryan’s thoughts
First Team Head Coach Alex Miller, and Reserve Team Head Coach Ryan Young, spoke ahead of Sunday’s games; listen to what they had to say here.
Amber’s thoughts
We also caught up with Amber Robinson, who is eager to put on a show this Sunday.
She said: “I think we’re all excited to play against a good team this weekend!
“We’re confident from our performance on Thursday night and we are all hoping to keep the momentum going with another good result tomorrow.”
Information for supporters
Kick-off at Downhill Hub (SR5 4BB) is at 2:30pm this Sunday, April 12th.
While entry is free, supporters will need to register for a Leisure United account and scan the generated QR code to access the facilities on the day.
Follow our social media channels for updates throughout the game (@SSFCWomen on Twitter/X, @southshieldswomenfc on Instagram and @SSFCWomen on TikTok).
Reserve Team
The Reserve Team get back to league action too as they hope to finish their inaugural season off strongly.
They host bottom-placed Seaton Carew Ladies, where three points could prove vital to the team’s quest to climb the DCFA Women’s First Division table.
Kick-off at Harton Welfare (NE34 0NA) is at 2pm this Sunday, April 12th and entry is free.
Orlagh Ord said: “There’s no doubt it’ll be a hard game on Sunday but it’s a real opportunity to get some vital points on the board for the team.
“As long as we keep working hard together, we will hopefully get the three points we deserve.”
Image credit: Craig McNair (@ideventphoto).
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