Norwich City Women are in FA Cup action this weekend as they host AFC Bournemouth Women in the second round of the competition.
The Canaries will be hoping to bounce back after a league defeat at Carrow Road last weekend against Liverpool Feds.
Grace Riglar was on the scoresheet twice and Freya Symonds scored late on but it wasn't enough as Feds put five past City on the day.
The Canaries' first round fixture in the FA Cup ended in a 5-2 victory over Tier 5 side Redditch Borough at The Nest back in October.
The Opposition
The Tier 3 side currently sit fourth in the Southern Premier Division after nine games played.
The Cherries were 4-0 winners over Feniton in the first round of the competition at the end of October.
Tia Young, Clarabella Hall (two) and Issy Bryant were all on the scoresheet at the Bob Lucas Stadium on the day.
Helen Bleazard’s side have five wins to their league campaign so far, picking up maximum points against Plymouth Argyle, Exeter City, AFC Wimbledon, Cheltenham Town and Hashtag United.
Last Time Out
These two sides last met in October 2023, in the first round of the FAWNL Cup in Dorset.
The Canaries took the lead through Freya Symonds in the 55th minute, only for hosts Bournemouth to draw level through Lucy Cooper with 20 minutes remaining.
With neither side able to find a winner in normal time, the tie went to extra-time.
Many City fans will fondly remember the momentous contribution of the bold and tenacious Rachel Lawrence, who struck the decisive goal in the 111th minute. From around 30 yards out, she produced a superb looping effort that sailed over the Cherries' goalkeeper and into the net, sending the Yellows through to the next round.
Supporter Information
Tickets for the match are available to purchase online here. Supporters are reminded that season tickets are not valid for this match.
The cafe will be serving hot food and drink throughout the day. Please note that The Nest is a cashless venue.