We're gearing up for an exciting match in the fifth round of the Adobe Women's FA Cup against Manchester City at Meadow Park this Sunday afternoon! The game kicks off at 12:30 pm, and we'll be facing Gareth Taylor’s side, who secured a 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the FA Women’s Continental Tyres League Cup on Wednesday.
After our 2-1 loss to West Ham United in the Barclays Women’s Super League last weekend, we're eager to bounce back and show a strong performance. Although we didn't have a match during the week, our focus is on delivering a positive response on the field.
Our last encounter with Man City saw us secure a thrilling 2-1 victory at Meadow Park in early November. Steph Catley gave us an early lead in the 14th minute, but Chloe Kelly equalized in the 72nd minute. However, Stina Blackstenius sealed the win with a late goal in the 87th minute, securing all three points for us in the WSL.
We boast a rich history in the Women's FA Cup, having won the title 14 times, with our first victory dating back to 1993. This season, Blackstenius has been our top scorer with 10 goals across all competitions, building on her impressive tally from the previous campaign.
In our recent encounters with Man City, we've displayed strong performances, winning three times and drawing once in our last five games. Additionally, we haven't lost to Gareth Taylor's side at home since 2021.
Manager Jonas Eidevall has shared that Leah Williamson is ready to play more minutes after her 45-minute appearance against West Ham. He expressed excitement for the upcoming challenge against Manchester City, emphasizing the intensity and collective effort required to secure victory.
On the other hand, Taylor has praised our team's determination and looks forward to the competitive matches ahead. The action at Meadow Park promises to be intense, with kickoff set for 12:30 pm GMT. UK supporters unable to attend can catch the live broadcast on BBC Two, starting at 12:15 pm.
It's sure to be a thrilling clash between two top teams, and we're ready to give it our all on the field!