SSFC Women face Wallsend BC in midweek league clash

South Shields Women visit Wallsend BC Women this Thursday for their final away match of the season (7:45pm kick-off).

Shields take to the Kirkley Park lights for their second midweek match this campaign, after their 2-0 win against Sunderland West End Ladies at 1st Cloud Arena a fortnight ago. 

The lasses head into the game full of confidence after their big 6-2 away win against Spennymoor Town Ladies on Sunday.

Wallsend BC, meanwhile, were last in action on Sunday, April 6th, in a 5-0 defeat against table-toppers Chester-le-Street Town Ladies.

A win could give the Mariners every chance of finishing the season in a top four spot, with third place potentially up for grabs if they continue to score at an impressive rate and other results go their way.

Last time we met

Watch back the match highlights from our 2-1 win against Wallsend BC in September, featuring Eve Gatens’ stunning last-minute winner! 

Alex’s thoughts

Listen to co-head coach Alex Miller's thoughts ahead of the game, where she discusses the team’s response to Sunday’s win as well as how the team are faring this week. 

Natalie’s thoughts

Our midfield maestro Natalie May spoke in the lead-up to our final away match this season.

She said: “The team’s spirits are high after Sunday’s game. 

“The past few weeks have been fantastic, and it’s so rewarding to see the hard work we’ve put in during training really starting to pay off.

“We’re really looking forward to Thursday’s match – our final away game of the season – and we’re determined to finish on a high. 

“The squad has incredible depth and talent, and we’re focused on keeping our winning streak going.

“A huge thank you to our coaching staff, Sophie and Alex, for all the effort and dedication they’ve put into helping us grow both as a team and as individual players. 

“The confidence across the group has grown massively, and it’s amazing to see how far we’ve come!”

Information for supporters

Kick-off at Kirkley Park (NE28 8SX) is at 7:45pm this Thursday, April 17th and it is free entry.

The cafe will be open throughout but please note that is cash only.

Please consider showing us your support, whether in person or on our social media channels - it would mean a lot!