Women's Preview: Saints vs Sheffield United
Southampton FC Women return home as they host Sheffield United in the Barclays Women's Super League 2 on Friday 3rd April at the Silverlake Stadium.
THE MATCH
Saints vs Sheffield United
Barclays Women's Super League 2
Silverlake Stadium
Friday 3rd April, 12:30pm
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Saints will be looking to carry their momentum gained from a dramatic win at Portman Road last week, as they return to the south coast for the penultimate home game of the 2025/26 season.
In front of a 9,000-strong crowd against Ipswich Town last week, a Rachel Brown goal in the 97th minute earned three points to seal a memorable away trip for the team and supporters alike.
The result sees Saints on 28 points and in sixth place in the league and, whilst the promotion play-off spot is now firmly out of their hands, a joint highest league finish could still be achievable come the end of the season.
Saints celebrate their last-gasp winner at Portman Road. (Photo: Getty Images)
Sheffield United, after a difficult start to the season, have seen a recent improvement in form that had all-but guaranteed their survival in the second tier for another season.
Their 2-1 win over Portsmouth at Bramall Lane last week moved them up to ninth in the table with a four-point cushion above the relagation zone.
An impressive strike from Joy Ralph and an own goal sealed the win, as the Blades have lost just one of their last five league matches,
PREVIOUS MEETING
Earlier this season, Saints scored a goal in each half to earn a 2-0 win on the road against the Blades.
Continuing their set-piece threats, Jess Simpson and Amy Goddard were on target to seal a well-earned three points back in December.
SUNDAY'S OFFICIALS
Referee: Ella Broad
Assistant Referee: Lauren Whiteman
Assistant Referee: Lorraine Catchpole
Fourth Official: Ross Martin
MANAGER PREVIEW
Speaking ahead of Friday's action, Head Coach Simon Parker called on the home support to help carry his side's positive momentum into the final few games of the season.
"The fans' support is massive, we're at the Silverlake for this game so it's not St Mary's but it's still important to get the fans there - at that smaller ground the atmosphere can feel like more.
"Hopefully we can get people down on Good Friday and show the fans, to make them want to come back, a good performance for them and keep that positivity going for the rest of the season."
TICKET NEWS
Tickets for this WSL2 fixture are still available right up to kick off, priced at just £10 for Adults and £4 for Under-18s.
These tickets, as introduced last season, will still be on the Saints Tickets App once claimed.
Supporters should download the app and their tickets prior to coming to the Silverlake Stadium.
MATCHDAY INFORMATION
With the game taking place on Good Friday, there will be some Easter-themed activities in the build up to kick-off at the Silverlake Stadium. Find out all you need to know in our dedicated Matchday Information article.
CAN’T MAKE IT ON FRIDAY?
This season, all league matches will be broadcast live on the Barclays Women's Super League 2 YouTube channel, with coverage starting shortly before kick-off.
There will be live updates and plenty of behind-the-scenes access on our dedicated social media accounts as always, with full match highlights to follow after the game:
