WELCOME FROM RICHARD ALLEN

RICHARD ALLEN DIRECTOR OF FOOTBALL

Good afternoon and a very warm welcome to the Loughborough University Stadium for our FA Women’s National League (Norther Prem) game versus Stoke.

We are looking forward to getting back on the pitch after last Sunday’s result versus Huddersfield. We knew it was going to be tough game but disappointed in the score line. On reflection we performed pretty well and at 2-1, we had our chances. Unfortunately, a couple of unforced errors cost us, and they comfortably pulled away.

Today’s game sees us take on Stoke. They have narrowly lost all 3 of their opening games but that included games against Fylde and Derby County. Having beaten them in a close pre-season game we know we are in for a tough game. They have also lost their Head Coach this week so I’m sure their players will be looking to impress the new boss.

Issy Martin and her team have been working hard this week to prepare for today’s game and I’m sure we will see a positive reaction in terms of performance and result.

Please could I ask everybody to try and socially distance and to wear face coverings in the lounge areas. Let’s keep each other safe. We are pleased to welcome the players, supporters and directors of Stoke and look forward to what we hope will be an exciting and entertaining game.

Richard Allen Director of Football