Leeds United Women will host Women's FA Cup action this Sunday, welcoming tier-below Rotherham United Women to the BD Community Stadium for the First Round.
The Whites and Millers were drawn against each other at the start of October, with Leeds booking their place in the tie following a comprehensive victory over Stockton Town Ladies in the Third Round Qualifying.
Simon Wood’s side progressed in convincing fashion, with Alice Hughes claiming the match ball after scoring a hat-trick. Brittany Sanderson, Abi Coley, Darcie Greene and Drew Greene also found the net as Leeds recorded an emphatic victory.
The Whites will be keen to return to winning ways after FA WNL Division One North title rivals AFC Fylde Women held them to a goalless draw last time out.
Described as a “game of two halves” by defender Emily Cassidy, the contest saw the hosts put Leeds under pressure in the first half before the visitors looked the more likely winners after the break, with both sides ultimately settling for a fair point.
The result brought an end to Leeds’ impressive 10-game winning streak, with Wood’s side now looking to get back on track against the Millers.
Rotherham booked their place in the First Round with a dominant 4-0 victory over Spennymoor Town. Two goals from Stacey Buxton, a penalty from Hannah McWilliams and a composed finish from Laura Bartup secured progression.
Action from the BD Community Stadium gets underway at 2pm.
The view from inside the camp:
Previewing the First Round clash, Whites midfielder Ella Harris said: "I'm excited for Sunday's game, it'll be good to be back at home.
"I love the FA Cup, it's one of my favourite competitions, and it's always nice to have a break from league action and see the full use of the squad."
Read the full interview here.
Last time at home...
Supporter Information:
Sunday’s game kicks off at 2pm at Garforth Town's BD Community Stadium, Cedar Ridge, Garforth, LS25 2PF.
Tickets are priced at £6 for adults and £4 5 to 16-year-olds, with the game free to Under-5s.
Parking:
Supporters are advised that a large crowd is expected for Sunday's game, with limited parking available due to weather conditions.
Overflow parking will be available on Isabella Road (LS25 2DY), a short two-minute walk from the ground. Parking marshals will be on hand to direct supporters.
Disabled parking spaces are also limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please keep up to date on the Whites by following @LUFCWomen on X, Instagram and Facebook.
How to follow:
For those not able to attend Sunday’s match, you can stay right here on leedsunited.com to follow updates throughout the 90 minutes in our match centre.
Shortly after full-time, a match report, reaction from the players and manager, along with highlights will be available across our social media channels and website.
