Match Pack: Durham v Sheffield United

We round-up all the key information ahead of Durham Women’s clash with Sheffield United in the Barclays Women’s Championship…


Match Details

  • Fixture: Durham v Sheffield United
  • Date: Sunday 8th September 2024
  • Kick-off time: 12pm
  • Competition: Barclays Women’s Championship
  • Venue: Maiden Castle, Durham, DH1 3SE

The Visitors

  • It’s been a busy summer at Bramall Lane – with a host of new signings and a new Head Coach appointed.
  • Ash Thompson has taken the top job at the Blades after a successful season with the club’s Under-21 side last term, during which he led the side to the PGA Cup.

  • Former Durham forward Maria Farrugia, experienced defender Satara Murray and cultured midfielder Monique Robinson are among the players to have joined Sheffield United this summer.

Last Meeting

  • The two sides last met in February, where Sheffield United were 5-2 winners at Maiden Castle.
  • Amy Andrews and Beth Hepple found the net for Durham.

Kit Colours

  • Durham outfield: Blue Shirts / Blue Shorts / Blue Socks
  • Durham goalkeeper: Turquoise Shirts / Black Shorts / Turquoise Socks
  • Sheffield United outfield: Red & White Shirts / Black Shorts / Black Socks
  • Sheffield United goalkeeper: Orange Shirts / Orange Shorts / Orange Socks

Match Officials

  • This weekend’s match referee is Magdalena Golba
  • She last refereed Durham in the clash against Charlton Athletic back in March 2024

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 05: Referee Magdalena Golba in action during the FA Women’s Championship Game between Birmingham City and Reading at St Andrew’s Trillion Trophy Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander – The FA/The FA via Getty Images)

  • She will be assisted by Dora Jakab and Daniel Sykes
  • Jon Ashworth-Sears will be the Fourth Official

Ticket Details

  • Tickets for this game remain available and can be secured in two ways:
  1. Online – CLICK HERE to get your tickets via our online ticketing site, speeding-up your entry on the day!
  2. On The Day – Simply pay by cash or card upon arrival at the ground

Fan Guide


Broadcast Information

  • This game has not been selected for broadcast and will not be available to stream.
  • Durham Hospitals Radio will have live commentary from John Middleton.
  • Coverage will begin at 11:55am on dhradio.org.uk
  • Social media coverage is available via all the club’s channels – X, Instagram and Facebook.
  • Highlights will be available from Noon on the day following the game.


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