MATCH PREVIEW | Dulwich Hamlet vs London Bees | FAWNL | 12/10/25
We return to FAWNL action on Sunday afternoon after a fortnight of cup matches. London Bees are the opponents a side we've already met once this season.
London Bees were the side we picked up our 1st victory of the season over. On the 1st matchday of the FAWNL Cup season. Jessica Francis-Weir bagged a 2nd half brace as we came from behind to pick up 3 points.
Bees have had a strong start to the league season picking up 3 wins from their opening 5. They currently sit 4th in the table with a goal difference of +13.
Their biggest victory came on the 2nd game of the season as they defeated AFC Sudbury 8-2. Other big results have included 4-0 victories against MK Dons and Chesham United.
Maria Tavares's side advance to the 1st round of the Adobe Women's FA Cup last weekend with a 2-0 victory over Leatherhead. Jordyn Galway scored her first Hamlet goal before Jessica Francis-Weir scored in the final minutes with a delightful curling finish.
Last time out in the league the Hamlet picked up their 1st away win of the league season with a battling 2-1 victory over old rivals Queens Park Rangers. Rhea Gall opened the scoring just before half-time. The hosts equalised midway through the 2nd half before Neve Mayes stepped up to slam home a penalty in the dying moments.
SQUAD NEWS:
We welcomed new signing Roe Saddington to the Hamlet last weekend. The striker made her debut in our 2-0 FA Cup victory and offered a fresh new alternative in the front line. Lauren Heria picked up a slight knock last weekend but should be fine to feature on Sunday afternoon.
MATCH TICKETS:
Match tickets for this Sunday are available online here.
Today. Our Women's FA Cup campaign starts
We're back in cup action this afternoon and heading to Fetcham Grove to take on old rivals Leatherhead.
The latest chapter in this club rivalry sees both women's sides battle it out in one of women's footballs biggest cup competitions.
Maria Tavares will look to replicate her sides excellent cup form that has already seen them advance from the FAWNL League Cup group stages this season and maintain the Hamlet's recent successful FA Cup history.
Heading to Leatherhead to get behind the side? A reminder that entrance is CASH ONLY!
Plan your trip with our awayday guide here. Take a read of our match preview here.
MATCH PREVIEW | Leatherhead vs Dulwich Hamlet | Adobe Women's FA Cup
Two old rivals meet this weekend but this time it's our women's sides battling it out as the latest chapter of Leatherhead vs Dulwich Hamlet is written.
It's the Hamlet who come in as red hot favourites finding themselves in step 4 of the pyramid. Although they won't want to take a look at last season's Hamlet men's performance at Fetcham Grove as the Tanners defeated the Hamlet in the 1st qualifying round of the men's FA Cup.
Despite losing against Hashtag United last weekend, Maria Tavares's side will be boosted by the fact they're still in the FAWNL League Cup finishing as one of the 10 best placed 2nd place sides in the group stages. Their performance was rewarded with a home tie against Chatham Town in the next round.
The FAWNL Cup is the only cup competition the Hamlet have featured in this year and came out of the group stages with 2 wins and a loss.
The Hamlet have a strong history in the FA Cup having defeated London Bees 2 seasons ago to reach the 2nd round proper before falling to defeat against step 3 Billericay Town.
Last season it was a defeat to former Women's Championship (now WSL 2) side Lewes on penalties at the Dripping Pan.
It's the perfect break from league action for Maria Tavares and her side and will potentiall give the Hamlet manager the chance to rotate her squad as they enter a busy October.
Coming with us on Sunday afternoon? Plan your trip with our handy awayday guide here.
MATCH CENTRE LIVE:
If you can't travel to Leatherhead on Saturday you can follow the game live on our Match Centre. We'll bring you in game text updates from around 13:50 here.
Plan your trip | Leatherhead | Fethcam Grove
Our Women's FA Cup campaign starts on Sunday afternoon as we visit Leatherhead. Plan your trip with the Hamlet here:
STADIUM ADDRESS:
Fetcham Grove, Guildford Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 9AS
TRAVELLING BY TRAIN:
Leatherhead is served on a direct line from either London Waterloo or London Victoria. Either route takes around 45 minutes. Trains depart each station every 30 minutes. Due to the intense weather the region is expecting over the next 48 hours please do check before you travel as lines may be blocked following strong winds.
MATCH TICKETS:
Leatherhead have advised that entrance on Sunday is CASH ONLY! Card is accepted at other areas of the stadium but it is cash only at the turnstiles. Prices are as follows:
- Adults: £5
- Concessions/U18s: £3
FOOD OPTIONS:
There is a burger bar serving burgers, hot dogs and chips. Lighter snacks are available from the clubhouse bar where chocolate crisps and more are available.
DOG POLICY:
Yes! You are more than welcome to bring your dogs on Sunday. They are asked to be kept on a lead at all times.
PUBS WE RECOMMEND:
Our best recommendation is the Running Horse. It serves a number of locally sourced drinks and has a delightful food menu.
It's a short walk from the train station and the ground as is the perfect venue for pre and post-match drinks.
MATCH CENTRE LIVE:
If you can't travel to Leatherhead on Saturday you can follow the game live on our Match Centre. We'll bring you live radio coverage and in game text updates from around 13:50 here.
Meet Kendra Brown and Elsie Grant
You may have noticed a couple of new faces on our teamsheets over the last couple of weeks.
Elsie Grant is a defender who's become a key part of the Hamlet backline in the early stages of this season.
She's previously lined up for the likes of Watford and Billericay Town and became one of the 1st new signings under new manager Maria Tavares.
She missed our defeat to Fulham but returned last weekend with a dominant defensive display as the Hamlet became the 1st side to defeat Queens Park Rangers this season.
The other new face on the team sheet last weekend was midfielder Kendra Brown, Brown has signed on dual registration from Women's Super League side Tottenham Hotspur.
The creative midfielder made her Hamlet debut last Sunday at Queens Park Rangers. Assisting Rhea Gall and winning the penalty we ultimately secured victory with.
Her driving forward runs and clever footwork proved pivotal as we picked up our 1st away league win of the season.
Both players are available for sponsor and you can by emailing clare:
You can see both in action at the Hill this Sunday as we host Hashtag United in the final group stage match of the FAWNL group stages, tickets are available here.
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Champion Hill Stadium,
Edgar Kail Way,
East Dulwich,
London.
SE22 8BD.
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