We round-up all the key information ahead of Durham’s trip to Sunderland in the Barclays Women’s Championship…
Match Details
- Fixture: Sunderland v Durham
- Date: Sunday 2nd March 2025
- Kick-off time: 2pm
- Competition: Barclays Women’s Championship
- Venue: Stadium of Light, SR5 1SU
The Hosts
- Sunderland currently sit 6th in the Barclays Women’s Championship table with 21 points to their name.
- Mel Reay’s side enjoyed a six-game unbeaten run in late 2024 which saw them once again cement themselves among the promotion-chasing sides.
- Their last outing ended in a 2-0 defeat to London City Lionesses, but the Black Cats dominated the second period and could have had more from the clash.
- Sunderland are the only Barclays Women’s Championship side left in the FA Cup, and face Manchester United in the last eight on March 9.
- Summer signing Eleanor Dale has been in fine form this term, and has seven league goals to her name already.
Last Meeting
- The two sides last met in December in the Subway Women’s League Cup.
- Eleanor Ryan-Doyle put Durham ahead before Katy Watson levelled – with Kaila Novak’s second half goal securing a 2-1 win for the Blues.
Kit Colours
- Sunderland outfield: Red & White Shirts / Black Shorts / Black Socks
- Sunderland GK: Green Shirt / Green Shorts / Green Socks
- Durham outfield: Blue Shirts / Blue Shorts / Blue Socks
- Durham GK: Black Shirt / Black Shorts / Black Socks
Match Officials
- Sunday’s clash will be officiated by Joanne Horwood.
- She last refereed a Durham game when we faced Sheffield United in the Barclays Women’s Championship in February – the game ending in a 1-1 draw.
- She is joined by Joseph Karram and Ogiemwonyi Arakpogun as assistant referees.
- Zac Kennard-Kettle is the fourth official.
Ticket Details
- Tickets for this game are on sale now via Sunderland.
- CLICK HERE to get yours!
Broadcast Information
- The match is not available to stream and has not been selected for broadcast.
- You can follow all the key updates via the club’s social media channels.
