We round-up all the key information ahead of Durham Women’s clash with Sheffield United in the Women’s League Cup…
Match Details
- Fixture: Durham v Sheffield United
- Date: Sunday 24th November 2024
- Kick-off time: 12pm
- Competition: Women’s League Cup
- Venue: Maiden Castle, Durham, DH1 3SE
The Visitors
- Sheffield United currently sit 10th in the Barclays Women’s Championship with four points to their name.
- Those points came courtesy of a victory over Blackburn Rovers and a draw with Portsmouth.
- Ash Thompson’s side have experience throughout – in the likes of Sian Rogers, Satara Murray and Jade Bailey – complimented with some exciting young talent.
- Summer signing Maria Farrugia is their current top scorer with four goals to her name.
- The Blades lost their opening game in this competition, as they were beaten 2-1 by Sunderland.
Last Meeting
- The two sides last met on the opening day of the 2024/25 Barclays Women’s Championship season.
- Durham ran-out 2-1 winners courtesy of goals from Mollie Lambert and Carly Johns either side of an Eva Butler strike.
Kit Colours
- Durham outfield: Blue Shirts / Blue Shorts / Blue Socks
- Durham goalkeeper: Turquoise Shirts / Black Shorts / Turquoise Socks
- Sheffield United outfield: White Shirts / Dark Red Shorts / Dark Red Socks
- Sheffield United goalkeeper: Black Shirts / Black Shorts / Black Socks
Match Officials
- This weekend’s match referee is Melissa Burgin
- She last refereed Durham in our clash away at Birmingham City last season, as the St Andrew’s side claimed a 3-1 win.
- She will be assisted by Daniel Sykes and Ogiemwonyi Arakpogun
- Alexander Beeley will be the Fourth Official.
Ticket Details
- Tickets for this game remain available and can be secured in two ways:
- Online – CLICK HERE to get your tickets via our online ticketing site, speeding-up your entry on the day!
- On The Day – Simply pay by cash or card upon arrival at the ground
Fan Guide
- A full Fan Guide ahead of the game can be accessed HERE!
- This includes details on parking, access, the ground itself, merchandise, programmes and more!
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.
