Gracie White

Bradford City produced a dominant display to beat Harrogate Town 4-0 in the North East Regional Women’s Football League Premier Division at Horsfall Playing Fields. After an even opening spell, captain Monika Stube broke the deadlock towards the end of half time. Aaliyah Nolan doubled the lead before Mia Jacobs stretched the lead further in the 63 minutes. Nolan sealed the win with her second goal, and Bradford returned to the FA Women’s National League after three years away.

Brighton come into this fixture in outstanding form, aiming to make it five consecutive wins. What looked like a difficult start against Manchester City turned into a dramatic 90-minute thriller, with Brighton coming from behind to beat the league leaders 3-2 at home. Earlier this month, they also knocked 14-time winners Arsenal out of the Women’s FA Cup. Speaking ahead of the match, Marc Skinner highlighted the threat Brighton possess, particularly experienced forward Fran Kirby.

The invincible Fulham triumphed at The Hive in a dramatic and fiery contest that saw tempers boil over, with both London Bees head coach Dan McKinnon and assistant James McKinnon sent off from the touchline. An end-to-end first half concluded with Stella Gandee-Morgan converting from the penalty spot to give Fulham the lead, although the decision was one that the home support felt was harsh. The momentum swung dramatically after the break.