GMWFL Round Up

30/11/24- 1/12/24

GAME OF THE WEEK

Hyde United Women Vs Mancunian Unity B

1-0

Premier Division

A game of 2 halves at the Project Solar Stadium.

Hyde created a number of good chances and were constantly on the attack in the first half but could not beat Unity’s quick keeper. Ellie Richardson found the back of the net following a nicely worked corner to lead 1-0 going into the break.

Unity upped their game and were on top in the second half, the intensity was high and the passing was quick but they were unable to find a way through Hyde’s strong backline and the keeper pulled off some great saves.

Spectators have commented that this game was a great example of women’s football and shows how competitive the Premier Division is.

Hyde continue to be unbeaten and have now stretched their points to be 11 clear.

Goal for Hyde from Ellie Richardson (1)

FTJFC U 18s Reds Vs Bolton Wanderers Girls U18s

4-4

Division A- Walsh

A thriller at Poolfoot Farm between two fantastic teams in the Greater Manchester Women’s League U18 top division.

Bolton Wanderers were without their keeper for this tough encounter but raced into a 2-0 lead before Fleetwood pulled it back to 2-1 with their strong forwards as Bolton struggled to deal with their strikers. Both teams had great chances to get ahead in the game, but it was Bolton who made it 3-1 before Fleetwood immediately hit back to go in at half-time 3-2 down.

The football had been brilliant from both teams so far with a lot of attacking intent and the next goal would be crucial. It went to Bolton, who made it 4-2 just before Fleetwood were reduced to 10 players for a sending off. Down a player and two goals down you’d be forgiven for thinking Fleetwood were buried but they managed to score two more goals towards the end of the game, capitalising on Bolton's defensive mistakes to make it 4-4 in what was an incredible advert for Girls football. Bolton could’ve won the game with late pressure hitting the bar.

Both teams put on a show for their spectators in the winter sun.

Goals for Fleetwood from Brooke Mulholland (2) and Emerald Parker (2)

Goals for Bolton from Poppy Wallis (3) and Ella Tweedle (1)

Referee's highlights

Chadderton FC Women V Westbury Sports Club Ladies

"An absolute lovely game, both teams were highly spirited and competitive, a really nice game to ref and watch".

Spurley Hey V Fleetwood Town Vipers

"Whilst very competitive, the spirit was friendly with both teams showing respect and a good sporting approach to the game. The managers, coaches and spectators were all friendly and supportive which was great to see. I enjoyed supporting the league and it's a pleasure to be around great ambassadors for the women's game"

Manchester Laces V Oldham Athletic Women

"My game was decent. Two evenly matched teams who battled well, quite a physical game as well as having technically good players. It's clear the GMWFL Prem league could rival the regional. No cautions and the game was decided by one excellent free kick"

RESULTS

Highlight:

Rochdale AFC Women V AFC Boltonians

Dale seemed to be the most threatening side in the first period but a culmination of not converting chances and the visiting goalkeeper making some decent saves, Dale were unable to break them down.

Boltonians had their own spell before the interval, with long balls over the top forcing Rochdale to make defensive decisions.

Dale secured the three points making it four wins in the last five.

Highlight:

Eccles United 1-7 Swinton Ladies

Swinton Ladies took the trip to Eccles United and were in full force scoring five goals in the first half! A professional performance sees Swinton Ladies jump to third in Division two.

Highlight:

AFC Oldham V Cherrybrook

Having come away with a 4-2 loss at their previous meet in September, Cherrybrook were determined to secure a victory away to AFC Oldham this weekend, Cherrybrook's management are proud of how far their team has come in the past three months: "The growth, adjustments, and lessons learned from that first defeat were on full display. Our defence was solid, our offense was sharp and we played with a level of intensity that reflected our desire to get better and prove ourselves."