06/09/2026
A huge win for The Ford today against old rivals Cheltenham Spa Women!
The team had to battle hard to secure the result against a strong, pacey side. With only two substitutes available, it was a real test of strength, endurance and mental resilience but every player dug deep and gave everything for the full 90 minutes.
Manager Graham Stedman also showed his experience, making some important tactical changes to help us see the game through, to which each and every player stepped up and played their part brilliantly.
Goals from Chev and Skipp gave us the lead before Cheltenham pulled one back just before half-time, sending us into the break 2-1 ahead.
After the restart, Cheltenham equalised and put us under pressure. But we found a way through with Lucy Phelps putting everything on the line to get the ball in the back of the net and restore our lead.
Cheltenham played some great football and gave us a tough test, forcing our goalkeeper Liz into some brilliant saves in the second half.
A fantastic battle, an awesome team performance and a great win to get our season underway!