Exeter City Women face their biggest challenge of the season as Ipswich Town head to St James Park for a first ever league fixture between the two sides on Sunday in a 1pm kick-off.
The Suffolk side only missed out on promotion to the Championship on goal difference in 2023 but found a run at the title that much harder last season, finishing fourth in the division.
Joe Sheehan has had a productive summer in the transfer market, recruiting a host of talented players with the potential and experience to take the Tractor Girls to promotion this term.
Angela Addison and Ella Rutherford have moved east from Charlton Athletic, Natalia Negri and Shauna Guyatt both signing from Crystal Palace. Grace Garrad and Charlotte Fleming were part of the Lewes and Watford squads of last season, whilst Isabella Fisher signed for Town on a dual registration with Arsenal. With last season’s key performers Sophie Peskett, Lenna Williams and Natasha Thomas all still in Blue for the season, Sheehan’s side look set to be title contenders this year.
A pre-season victory at AFC Bournemouth saw Addison on target as she hit a brace in a 4-0 win, defeats against Championship side London City Lionesses and Wolverhampton Wanderers completed a challenging build up.
With the fixture generator setting a testing start to the campaign, Town eased past follow promotion hopefuls Oxford United 3-0 on opening day, Peskett at the double and Lucy O’Brien the goal scorers. Another impressive win at home to Hashtag United last weekend and a derby victory at Norwich on Thursday evening has set Town up perfectly for Sunday’s game against the table-topping Grecians.
Abbie Britton's thoughts
Before her team's match against Ipswich Town at SJP this Sunday, Abbie Britton sat down to share her thoughts.
After three wins in their first three games, Abbie is keeping her side grounded ahead of what she
“It’s been a dream start for us, if you had offered us six points at the start we would’ve taken it,” Abbie said. “But nothing’s won in September, we’ve got to remember that and keep the girls grounded.”
Hear more from Abbie below:
Match Tickets
Ticket prices in the Nevada Construction Main Stand are as follows:
- Adult: £5 in advance / £6 on the gate
- Under-18: £3 in advance / £4 on the gate
How to buy
Tickets are now on sale via your online ticket account, or in person at St James Park or by calling 01392 411 243.
Key Timings
Heading to SJP for the first time? Or need to make note of the timings for the 1pm kick-off?
Check out our handy table below:
How to follow
If you can't make it to SJP the match will be streamed LIVE for FREE!
To watch, all you need to do is create an account in advance, by clicking here and then you'll be able to sign in on the day and watch by clicking here.
There will be live coverage on Exeter City Women's Twitter and Facebook pages and reaction from Abbie Britton and a player after the match!
Club Shop
The club shop is open from 11am on Sunday and is stocked with all three of City's kits for the 24/25 season as well as a range of training gear and pocket money items.
Don't forget, Supporters' Trust members, Junior Grecians and season ticket holders save 10% on full prices purchases!
Junior Grecians Zone
The Junior Grecians Zone is open to all from 11am, with plenty of activities for all our young Grecian supporters.
Food and Drink
One of the most important part of any match day! We have a wide range of hot and cold drinks and snacks available at the kiosk for fans.
Centre Spot Bar
The Centre Spot Bar is open from 11am on Sunday!
Match Day Programme
A free digital matchday programme will be available to read online on Sunday!