SSFC Women host Sunderland West End Ladies at 1st Cloud Arena

South Shields Women host Sunderland West End Ladies under the 1st Cloud Arena floodlights on Wednesday night (7pm kick-off).

It is the team's first midweek match of the season, with the lasses hoping to put together a strong run to end the NERWFL Premier Division campaign on a high note in the coming weeks.

They will no doubt be in high spirits following Saturday night’s 3-0 victory against Harrogate Town AFC Women, in front of more than 900 supporters at The Exercise Stadium. 

Sunderland West End come into the game following an impressive 5-1 home win against Wallsend BC Women - Jessica Ellison bagged a hat-trick while Isla Maggs netted two.

The two teams have already met twice this season; a 4-4 draw back in September in the league, and a penalty shoot-out win in the DCFA Women’s Cup just before Christmas. 

Last time we met

Watch the highlights from our previous two encounters with Sunderland West End this season.

Alex and Sophie’s thoughts

Co-head coaches Alex Miller and Sophie Clough have spoken ahead of Wednesday’s test. 

Anna’s thoughts

SSFC Women’s International Academy goalkeeper, Anna Yeakey, spoke to us in preparation for our midweek game. 

She said: “This win was massive for us as a team and a long-overdue result! 

“I think everyone is feeling stoked for Wednesday, with a newfound confidence in ourselves both individually and as a team. 

“We have the momentum now - we just have to capitalise on it!” 

Information for supporters

Kick-off at 1st Cloud Arena (NE32 3UP) is at 7pm this Wednesday, April 2nd.

Tickets are priced at £3, while season ticket holders can watch the match for free, if they show proof at the turnstiles.

We would appreciate any and all support you could offer!