It is midweek action for Leeds United Women, who welcome York City Ladies to the BD Community Stadium on Wednesday evening in the FA WNL Division One North.
After a week without a fixture following the postponement of the FA Cup tie against Rotherham United Women, the Whites will be looking to return to winning ways following a goalless draw away at AFC Fylde Women.
Described as a “game of two halves” by defender Emily Cassidy, Leeds were put under pressure by the hosts before the break but looked the more likely side to find a winner in the second half, with the points ultimately shared.
The result brought an end to Leeds’ impressive 10-game winning streak, with Simon Wood’s side now aiming to get back on track against York.
Prior to the trip to Fylde, the Whites secured a 2-0 home victory over Norton & Stockton Ancients, with Amy Woodruff and Drew Greene both finding the net in the first half to claim all three points.
Across the three meetings between the sides last season, Leeds scored 12 goals and conceded three, winning 5-2 away from home in the FA WNL Cup group stage before recording 5-1 and 2-0 victories in the league.
York currently sit fifth in the standings with 10 points, nine behind league leaders Leeds. The Minsterbelles head into Wednesday’s contest on the back of a 3-1 victory over Chorley Women, securing their third win of the campaign.
Action at the BD Community Stadium gets underway at 7.45pm.
The view from inside the camp:
Previewing the First Round clash, summer addition Abi Coley said: "I'm very much looking forward to Wednesday's game. A win would be great for the team definitely.
"The environment is great and it is a group of players who want to work for each other, which is a great mentality to be around."
Read the full interview here.
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Supporter Information:
Wednesday’s game kicks off at 7.45pm at Garforth Town's BD Community Stadium, Cedar Ridge, Garforth, LS25 2PF.
Tickets are priced at £6 for adults and £4 for five to 16-year-olds, with the game free to Under-5s.
Parking:
Supporters are advised that a large crowd is expected for Wednesday'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 Wednesday’s match, you can stay right here on leedsunited.com to follow updates throughout the 90 minutes in our match centre. The fixture will be streamed live on LUTV.
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.
