Women's Preview: Saints vs Blackburn Rovers
It’s a return to St Mary’s as Southampton FC Women take on Blackburn Rovers for the top spot in the Barclays Women’s Championship.
The Match
Saints vs Blackburn Rovers
Barclays Women’s Championship
St Mary’s Stadium
Sunday 3rd September, 2pm
For ticket details, see below
Saints return to SO14 for the first time in the 2023/24 Barclays Women’s Championship season as they welcome Rovers.
Having been the only two sides to win their opening day games, the encounter has become an early top-of-the-table clash.
With Saints having made their intentions clear, beating Lewes 4-1 in the first game of the season, Sunday offers another opportunity to build momentum in front of a noisy home crowd.
The Officials
Referee: Lisa Benn
Assistant Referee: Matt Joyce
Assistant Referee: Elora Hardstaff
Fourth Official: Ralph Frostick
What kit will Saints be wearing?
It’s a competitive debut for the red and white home kit as Marieanne Spacey-Cale’s side return to St Mary’s.
Last meeting
It was a 0-0 stalemate when Blackburn Rovers made the trip down to St Mary’s last season, with both sides unable to put their chances away.
Ticket news
Tickets are still available to purchase from southamptonfc.com with Adults priced at £9 and Under-18s at £3.
Manager’s Notes
“We’re really looking forward to getting back to St Mary’s in front of a vocal home crowd.
“We saw some great stuff at Lewes, and now it’s about continuing to build momentum and playing at the right level to achieve the results we want.
“We know from last season that Blackburn are a strong side, and they’ve recruited well over summer. It promises to be a very competitive game!”
Can’t make it to St Mary’s?
This Sunday’s game will be live on the FA Player, or listen to live commentary on southamptonfc.com.
You can also get your share of behind-the-scenes content on the Women's dedicated social media accounts:
