We round-up all the key information ahead of Durham Women’s clash with Blackburn Rovers in the Barclays Women’s Championship…
Match Details
- Fixture: Durham v Blackburn Rovers
- Date: Sunday 16th February 2025
- Kick-off time: 12pm
- Competition: Barclays Women’s Championship
- Venue: Maiden Castle, Durham, DH1 3SE
The Visitors
- Blackburn achieved a record finish under Simon Parker last season after a stunning start to the campaign
- Rovers currently sit in 9th this term – but have played less games than other sides in the league due to postponements
- Indeed, Blackburn’s last scheduled clash fell victim to the weather as their trip to Charlton was postponed
- Prior to that, Parker’s side drew 1-1 with Sunderland on home soil
- Maria Edwards and Farah Crompton are both a threat up front, having netted three league goals apiece this season
Last Meeting
- The two sides last met in November, where Durham snatched victory in a 3-2 thriller.
- Beth Hepple, Lauren Briggs and Michaela Foster netted the goals at Ewood Park.
Kit Colours
- Durham outfield: Blue Shirts / Blue Shorts / Blue Socks
- Durham goalkeeper: Black Shirts / Black Shorts / Black Socks
- Blackburn outfield: Pink Shirts / Pink Shorts / Pink Socks
- Blackburn goalkeeper: Green Shirts / Green Shorts / Green Socks
Match Officials
- This weekend’s match referee is Aimee Keir
- She last refereed Durham in our Barclays Women’s Championship game away at Charlton in September – which we lost 2-1
- She will be assisted by Daniel Sykes and Ogiemywonyi Arakpogun
- Jason Smith 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.
- 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.
