Donoghue’s squad had to share points in their last fixture against Norwich City which ended in a 1-1 draw

It was an enthralling encounter between two of the league’s top sides going toe-to-toe at The Nest, with both sides creating chances with the game potentially going either way. Norwich took the lead first through a goal via Ellie Smith in the 23rd minute. Worthing would have to wait until the 73rd minute when Emily Linscer tapped it home to level the game and score her first of the season.

After 90 minutes it saw the Rebels just 1 point off their opponents, however, Norwich have the chance to increase this due to having 2 games in hand on Donoghue’s side. With the Canaries kicking off at the same time of 2.00 PM, Worthing has the opportunity to gain an advantage over the Canaries who face fourth-place QPR.

Today’s match gives the Reds a chance to move into second place and continue to apply pressure to the top of the table as the season comes into its closing stages.

The Opposition

Actonians currently sit in sixth place with 26 points with 3 points potentially moving the side up one place in the league table. They experienced defeat in their last fixture as they faced Haringey Borough FC in the Capital Women’s Cup which saw them exit the competition.

Their last victory came on 10th March when they emerged as 4-1 victors against AFC Sudbury in the FAWNL Division One South East away from home. Actonians have picked up 9 out of 12 points from their last four league matches as they look to continue to climb up the table.

Form
17/3 – Haringey Borough FC First Women (A) – Lost 3-2 (Capital Women’s Cup)
10/3 – AFC Sudbury (A) – Won 1-4
5/3 – Chesham United (H) – Won 6-2
18/2 – Fulham (H) – Won 3-1 (Capital Women’s Cup)
11/2 – Cambridge United (H) – Lost 1-5
4/2 – Haywards Heath Town (A) – Won 1-2

Previous Meetings

The most recent meeting was at Rectory Park earlier this season, on 8th October, where a brace from Becki Bath and a goal from Sammy Quayle saw the Rebels taking home all 3 points in the FAWNL Division One South East.

Team News

Last week sore the return of Georgia Tibble against Norwich where she picked up some valuable minutes. After some time off due to an injury picked up against QPR Rachel Palmer is set to make a return to the squad alongside Katie Cooper who also has been on the sideline for a number of weeks due to injury.

Due to work commitments, Ellie Russell hasn’t been as present in the squad as she was last season but she is available for selection in today’s match.

Supporter Information

Due to the Men’s featuring on TNT Sports for the first time in the club’s history, this match will take place at the Camping World Community Stadium (Horsham FC)

Parking

All supporters must use the Horsham Park and Ride which is within walking distance of the ground

How to Follow

If you can’t make the game you can follow the game via the club’s official Twitter account.